Fish Pond & Water Garden Information
Algae Control | Aquatic Plants | Calculators & Conversion Tables
Construction | FAQs | General Pond Care | Goldfish & Koi | Pond Photos
Below you will find the index of The Water Garden's "How-To" information.
You will also find information that is geared toward specific items on each product's page in our online catalog.
Algae Control
- In Depth Information on Methods of Algae Control in Ponds
- The Facts about UV Sterilizer Use in Ponds & Watergardens
- Trouble shooting a UV or Why is the Water in My Pond Still Green?
Aquatic Plants
- How to Care for Aquatic Plants
- Help in Choosing Aquatic Plants
- Potting Aquatic Plants; Choosing Soil and Pots
- Plants
for Shaded Ponds, Dozens Listed
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Calculators & Conversion Tables
- Calculate a Pump's Operating Costs
- Calculate the Most Economical Pond Liner Size for Your Project
- Calculate Volume of Water in Your Pond
- Calculate Surface Area of Your Pond
- Conversion Tables for Several Units of Measure
Pond & Waterfall Construction
- An Overview of Water Gardening Components
- How to Build a Water Garden; Step-by-Step Instructions
- How to Build Disappearing Waterfalls & Fountains
- Selecting a Filter for Any Size Pond
- Selecting the Pump That Best Fits Your Pond or Water Feature
- Patio Gardens, Tub, & Container Gardens
- Plumbing Glossary
- Pipe Size Recommendations Based on Pump Flow Rates
- Gravel on Pond Bottom? Not so fast
- Friction Loss Chart by GPH & Pipe Size
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General Pond Care
- Pond Aeration & Why its Important
- Eight Steps for Springing Your Pond to Life
- How to Keep Water Quality High in Fish Ponds & Water Gardens
- Seasonal Pond Care; Instructions for Spring, Summer & Winter
- How to Find A Leak in a Pond!
- Seaming & Patching Pond Liner
Goldfish & Koi
- Quarantine Your Sick or New Fish {new}
- Care of Goldfish, Koi, & Other Pond Fish
- Causes of Stress in Pond Fish
- Fish Disease & Treatment; Guarding Against Sick Fish
- Pond Predators; Herons, Raccoons & Other Predators Want Your Fish!
- Introducing New Goldfish & Koi to a Pond; Step-by-Step Instructions
- Tips for Winter Care of Koi & Goldfish
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Your Pond Photos
Other Items of Interest
- The Water Garden on DIY
- Our Certified
Backyard Wildlife Habitat
Photos of dragonflies & other pond visitors - Frequently Asked Questions