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Gary V at Pond Build

Gary Vee’s Social Media Playbook for Pond Builders

When Gary Vaynerchuk showed up at his father Sasha’s 400,000-gallon pond build in New Jersey, he didn’t just watch the machines and marvel at the boulders. He spent time with a circle of pond professionals and manufacturers, answering questions and dropping actionable advice. The impromptu Q&A ended up being less about koi and more about …

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Featherweight lily contest

The Featherweight Waterlily Weigh-Off: Small Lilies, Big Laughs

Not every garden has a giant Victoria waterlily, but that doesn’t mean they can’t join the fun. Enter the Featherweight Bracket—a playful division of the Waterlily Weigh-Off where smaller lilies take center stage. These petite contenders, with leaves just a few inches across, may not hold a person (or even a pumpkin), but they sure …

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Waterlily Weigh-Off

From Experiment to International Phenomenon How It Began What started as a playful social media experiment at Denver Botanic Gardens has now blossomed into an international competition that captures the imagination of plant lovers around the world. The Waterlily Weigh-Off—our annual contest to test the buoyant strength of giant Victoria waterlily leaves wrapped up its …

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Koi Fest team

Koi Fest 2025: A Celebration Four Years in the Making

Now in its fourth year, Koi Fest has grown from a simple idea into the largest koi event in the United States. What began as Fitz’s vision for a blowout end-of-season sale has transformed into a one-of-a-kind festival bringing together every corner of the koi and pond community. His dream was simple yet ambitious: take …

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Aquashella 2025 entrance

Aquashella 2025 in Edison, NJ Sees Record Attendance; Highlights Expansion into Koi & Pondkeeping

Aquashella 2025, held in Edison, NJ, made history with over 7,000 attendees, the highest turnout to date. Founded by George Mavrakis also known by CoralFish12g, the show has rapidly grown into a premier gathering for aquarium hobbyists, pond keepers, aquascapers, and aquatic industry professionals. This year’s edition featured more than 100 vendors, with strong representation …

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Midsouth Retreat

Midsouth Ponds to Host Immersive Retreat for Pond Professionals

Midsouth Ponds Retreat, an all-inclusive, hands-on event for pond professionals and industry innovators, will be held Nov. 9–13, 2025, in Stanton, Tennessee. The retreat will offer an opportunity for attendees to engage in intensive learning, networking, and business development. The retreat promises a rich blend of practical training and strategic growth opportunities. Attendees can participate …

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Atlantic-Oase Professional Conference

Atlantic-Oase Announces 9th Annual Conference

Atlantic-Oase recently announced its 9th Annual Professional Conference will take place Nov. 5–7, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio. This event brings together top pond builders, landscapers, and water feature professionals from across North America for three days of hands-on learning, industry insights, awesome swag bags, great food and high-energy networking. Attendees will enjoy exclusive first looks …

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HNA

HNA 2025 Sells Out for 5th Year – Welcomes 43 New Exhibitors

Hardscape North America (HNA), the leading trade show for the hardscape and landscape industries, has once again sold out all available exhibit space for its 2025 event, set to take place Oct. 22-24 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville. This marks the 5th consecutive year Hardscape North America has sold out, with the show …

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