As owner of All Aquatics, I was approached by a home builder looking for a contractor capable of building a modern pond and water feature envisioned by a homeowner. “Could I build what the client envisioned?” he asked. I accepted the challenge, recognizing the difficulties that lie ahead. Building was underway and the foundation and […]
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What do you do when a client loves his koi but also likes to change the design of their pond too often? Case in point, a customer wanted a natural looking pond with natural stone and a waterfall and he had that pond for many years. However, his growing koi moved him more toward a
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Fitz’s Fish Ponds is proud to announce that its Building Beauty koi ponds project has been honored with the 2nd Runner-Up award in the Specialty Applications category at the 21st Annual ICF Builder Awards. The awards were presented at the World of Concrete trade show in Las Vegas on January 21, 2026. The award is
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Fitz’s Fish Ponds (FFP) has officially announced the launch of Plant Fest 2026, the company’s first annual plant-focused event, set to take place May 2–3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at FFP Saddle River, New Jersey—formerly known as Waterford Gardens. The new event honors the rich horticultural legacy of the property, which dates
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I just want to build ponds. That’s all I want to do. Cool. This is a statement many newcomers to the pond world make — a pure, honest goal that captures the heart of this trade. But anyone who’s been around long enough knows that building ponds is never just about digging holes and filling
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When I first began traveling to the United States more often, around 10 years ago, I had no clue how big, bold and busy the American pond and koi world really was. Over the years I’ve visited many pond builders, dealers and hobbyists across the US, including multiple trips with Brian Fitzsimmons and his team
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Chicago’s North Shore has long been home to passionate pond enthusiasts, but few realize they have access to what many consider the region’s best-kept secret. Koi & More Pond Shop in Highland Park, Illinois, represents the perfect blend of traditional pond-keeping wisdom and modern business innovation, serving both the seasoned ponder and educating today’s new
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For decades, the seasonal cleanout has been viewed as a necessary part of pond ownership. Draining the pond, relocating fish, removing sludge, and rebooting the ecosystem is a common spring ritual. But as more professionals question whether this model truly benefits the pond (or their business) alternatives are beginning to emerge. It’s time to reimagine
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Fitz’s Fish Ponds has officially opened its newest retail location at the former site of Waterford Gardens, one of the oldest water gardening properties in the country. Originally founded in 1895 by William Tricker, Waterford Gardens was once among the first water lily farms in America. After years of decline, the site was acquired and
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Fitz’s Fish Ponds is thrilled to announce a significant expansion with the opening of two new retail locations in Chattanooga, Tennessee and Saddle River, New Jersey. These exciting developments mark a new chapter in FFP’s mission to bring exceptional pond care, products, and expertise to an even wider audience. When the opportunity arose to acquire
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