We all know that over time, life takes many turns — in school, relationships, family and careers, for example. Who we were when we were 10 and 18 years old are typically not the same people we grow into during our 30s, 50s and beyond. Ever since I was young and growing up in suburban …
Why grow giant pumpkins? I ask myself this every year. I started gardening more than 30 years ago, about the same time I built my first pond.
This is a new series that showcases what pond builders like to do in their free time when they’re not building ponds. Since my childhood in the suburbs of Ohio, I have possessed an unwavering passion for water. As far back as 1984, I remember when I pleasantly surprised my parents by creating a 3-foot-wide …
I recently asked one of my mentors, “If you were in my position, what would you focus your energy on?” His response was simple: Focus on building your team. My father Dave Blocksom, who founded Pondscapes of Charlotte in 2002, instilled a culture of always doing the right thing for the customer. This means showing …
Pondliner.com is excited to announce that the Water Garden Expo will be held March 5-8, 2025, at the Grand Casino Hotel & Resort in Shawnee, Oklahoma. The Water Garden Expo kicks off on Wednesday afternoon with educational seminars to begin after lunch. A Happy Hour will follow on the trade show with ample time to …
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In Arlington, Tennessee, just outside Memphis, a peaceful abode awaits the lucky winner of the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway. This three-bedroom home, built as a labor of love, features a backyard oasis designed to bring harmony and tranquility to its residents. At the heart of this serene retreat lies a unique custom pond expertly …
Mud puddle transforms into thriving ecosystem pond In the heart of Southern Oregon’s Applegate Valley, I had the pleasure of connecting with Dr. Dan and Stephanie Vidlak. These prominent figures in our community recently acquired a stunning vinyard property and were building their dream home. They had a pond on a previous property, but it …
By Roger and Melody Sears The call came in from a current customer, Mike Hartman, the owner of H & H Excavating. A friend of his wanted a 1-acre earth-bottom pond with a big waterfall and a bog filtering system. Mike had told his friend that H & H could dig the pond, but they …
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Heaters vs. Aeration for Winterization There are multiple factors that must be considered when designing any pond. When planning a pond in a cold weather climate, the proper care of fish during the winter months should play a vital role in the design of a pond. Beyond typical design features like shape and depth, a …
There is a moment when a dry, dusty rock is struck by water and comes alive. It’s this moment that I live for as a pond builder. Watching my clients’ faces as they experience this phenomenon for the first time is beyond any monetary gain that could be had from any project. Know Your Customer …
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