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Understanding the Nitrogen Cycle in Your Backyard Pond

There’s more happening beneath the surface of your pond than the eye can see. At Fontana Ponds & Water Features, we design ecosystem ponds where beauty and biology work together,…

How to Winterize a Koi Pond Without Losing Your Fish

At Fontana Ponds & Water Features, we’ve seen firsthand how a koi pond transforms through the seasons, and winter is no exception. Knowing how to winterize a koi pond without…

What is an Aquascape Certified Contractor?

When homeowners begin imagining a pond, pondless waterfall, or living ecosystem for their backyard, one question eventually surfaces: Who should actually build it? At Fontana Ponds & Water Features, we…

The Role of Beneficial Bacteria in a Healthy Pond

A truly thriving pond is never just water and stone. At Fontana Ponds & Water Features, we think of beneficial bacteria the way a garden designer thinks of soil: invisible…

How to Choose the Right Pump for a Backyard Pond

The sound of water moving over stone, koi catching the light in a crystal-clear pond, a waterfall you can hear from your back door; none of that happens without the…

Tips for Designing a Healthy Fish Pond Habitat

There’s a meaningful difference between a pond that happens to have fish in it and a truly thriving fish pond habitat, one where every design decision supports the living ecosystem…

Ecosystem Ponds vs Traditional Ponds

When you picture a pond in your backyard, what do you see? If you’re imagining the gentle sound of water spilling over stone, dragonflies hovering above lily pads, and koi…

How to Create a Balanced Ecosystem Pond

When homeowners ask us how to create a balanced ecosystem pond, they are often surprised to learn it is less about equipment and more about patience. At Fontana Ponds &…

How to Properly Maintain a Chlorinated Swim Pond

Understanding how to properly maintain a chlorinated swim pond transforms what might seem like a daunting task into a straightforward routine that protects your investment and ensures crystal-clear water throughout…

How to Troubleshoot Common Fountain Problems

Fountains bring life to outdoor spaces with their gentle sounds and visual appeal, but even the most well-designed water features can develop issues over time. At Fontana Ponds & Water…