Category: WATER GARDENS

THE TANCHO KOHAKU, AN INTERESTING KOI VARIETY

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Throughout history certain colors and color combinations have become a part of the fabric of humanity. The most basic colors of humanity would be red, white, and black; these are the colors that are most accessible to us since they come right from nature. Even the earliest cave paintings were made using the combinations of… Read more »

THE MIGHTY POND WINTERIZATION SERVICE FOR KOI PONDS AND WATER GARDENS

Colorful autumn leaves float on a pond, hinting at pond winterization as grasses and trees reflect in the water.

The fall pond service, or pond winterization service, for most backyard ponds is an important component in keeping a healthy and balanced pond all year round. The pond winterization service should not be overlooked or discounted by pondowners. The pond winterization service is a vital preparation for your pond as it is heading into some… Read more »

WATER GARDEN AND POND PODCAST FROM PRINCE OF PONDS RADIO SHOW

A man in a hat beside text reading "Prince of Ponds" with a water lily and a water garden background.

Take a listen to a fun and really informative water garden and pond show that is broadcast over PetLifeRadio.com  The Prince of Ponds radio show hosted by Ken Jones focuses on all things water garden and pond related. Mike Gannon, the Pond Hunter,  is his guest for this 1/2 hour podcast.

SPANNING THE GLOBE IN PURSUIT OF PONDS 2

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A great way to get inspiration for blog topics is simply to take a look at my pond. There is always something going on that I can find interesting enough to get some words down. Sometimes, however; I need to look further than my own backyard pond. As my “Pond Princess” says, sometimes I need… Read more »

POND INDUSTRY BUSINESSMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD GOES TO MIKE GANNON OF FULL SERVICE AQUATICS

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New Jersey business owner Mike Gannon has been designing and installing beautiful ponds and water gardens around the Garden State since 1995. Mike’s company, Full Service Aquatics, specializes in koi ponds, water gardens, and every type of water feature large and small. This year Mike Gannon was recognized as the Aquascape Inc “Businessman of the… Read more »

PONDEMONIUM – THE POND AND WATER GARDEN INDUSTRY’S MOST IMPORTANT EVENT

A large group enjoys Pondemonium outdoors near a waterfront, with boats and buildings in the background.

Many industries hold annual events. These events are often times organized to bring together professionals within the given industry as a means to break down “barriers”, build relationships, improve individual businesses, and strengthen the industry. For any industry these events are often critical to the collective success of the industry. Some industries offer larger and… Read more »

911 MEMORIAL FEATURES WATERFALLS AS A WAY TO HEAL

Aerial view of the 911 Memorial at night, featuring illuminated waterfalls and surrounding trees.

When considering water, one can spend countless hours trying to define what water is, what water does, or what water means. For many water might be what they wash their car with, others would say it is how they feed their villages; while others will tell you about how water heals them. On September 11,… Read more »

IT WAS PONDEMONIUM IN 2012! REINVENT YOURSELF TO WIN THE BATTLE

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Navy Pier has been an important Chicago landmark for close to 100 years. Located along the shores of Lake Michigan, projecting 3300 feet out into the great lake; Navy Pier is Chicago’s top tourist attraction. This year Navy Pier also served as the starting point for the watergarden and pond industry’s biggest event PONDEMONIUM!

TOZAI WINE REVIEW

A koi fish swims on a sake label that reads “Tozai Junmai Living Jewel Premium Japanese Sake” from Tozai Wine.

One of the nice things about writing a blog is that the authors can write about anything they choose. Try a new direction once in a while and if its no good, no harm no foul; but it keeps blog writing interesting. However; the new direction should at least be in the spirit of the… Read more »

THE AMAZING LOTUS FLOWER

A yellow lotus flower in bloom with soft-focus green lotus leaves in the background.

The Lotus, calling it just a flower seems like a description that is not quite fitting for such a plant. It is a plant with deep and ancient multi-cultural significance. A plant considered sacred in many religions, and mythologies. Lotus has been used medicinally for thousands of years.