Category Archives: Water Gardening
Calculating Motor Run Cost
Users often ask how much electrical cost they will experience operating a pump or aerator motor. Simple enough to determine using information found on the motor or manufacture’s literature and a bill from their electric company. The basic formula to … Continue reading
Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall!
Saying goodbye to summer is always difficult. The kids head back to school, the weather begins to turn cooler, but mostly it’s the plants’ signs that summer has ended, that’s the most difficult for gardeners. Clean up That Green! By … Continue reading
IonGen™ System
Electronic clarifier for ponds and pondless waterfall systems. Simple to install. The Aquascape IonGen™ is a water clarifier solution for ponds, Pondless Waterfalls, and other decorative water features. The IonGen™ drastically reduces pond maintenance and provides crystal clear water without … Continue reading
Well Maintained Pond Increases Property Value
When it comes to improving home values and allowing for a quick resale opportunity, most people look to the obvious, kitchen, bathrooms, updating color schemes, and even landscaping, but have you ever thought about your pond? Whether you are in … Continue reading
Gravel and the Ecosystem
Over the years, ponds have been constructed with a variety of materials. Some are made out of concrete, while others use pre-form shapes or exposed liner. One of the main reasons we advise the use of gravel is because it … Continue reading
Why Ponds Turn Into a Swamp
We often hear in August: “How can I get rid of scum that is ruining the look of my pond and smells terrible?” To understand what you are facing you need to know about the natural processes at work. Once … Continue reading
Basic Rainwater Harvesting
Basic Rainwater Harvesting (Adapted from white paper by Conservation Technology) Harvesting rainwater sometimes makes sense for a variety of economic and environmental reasons:Rainwater is an economical alternative to public water, especially for exterior water uses such as landscape irrigation that … Continue reading
Fish Suffer with Low Oxygen Levels
It is no secret that fish and other aquatic organisms require oxygen to survive and grow. Dissolved Oxygen is naturally added to water through diffusion at the surface and through oxygen producing processes like photosynthesis. Very often, these natural oxygen … Continue reading