As professional pond and waterfall designers and builders, we usually find ourselves working with a theme, such as a koi pond, backyard water garden, grotto waterfall, estate pond, etc. These types of features encourage tranquility, allow for the enjoyment of aquatic plants, or attract wildlife. So, what kind of questions will quickly pop into your […]
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Brackish water environments, the least understood and replicated biotopes, offer a tremendous opportunity for pond builders to expand their business. Unfortunately, these dynamic zones have a reputation for being dreary and mucky. In nature, brackish water tidepools and backwater areas are turbid — but so are most of the rivers and streams from which our
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When we were approached about this natural pond construction project in Aylmer, Quebec, Canada, the client had already done lots of research. He found Geert’s Land & Waterscapes through a Google search. The job site was only 1 ½ miles from our home base. He was planning to do the backyard pond project himself, but
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In today’s world, pond and koi enthusiasts don’t just want a home for their fish. They want a full showcase. When integrating hardscaping around the pond, the whole backyard is brought to life. Stonework and landscaping not only complement the pond aesthetically, but they also add more functionality to the space. We have been able
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As we all know, water features can take on many shapes and sizes. Because of this, the designs and level of filtration for natural water features can vary from feature to feature. Too often, any issues surrounding how a feature is initially designed and built won’t be understood fully until after the feature is completed
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As a Pond Pirate at Bellas Aquatic Gardens, I enjoy creating ponds that look larger than life, even when they are small. Considering the subtropical climate we have in South Florida, I can’t help but put a tropical stamp of approval on each of my pond construction build outs and designs. When I sit down
Attractive Concrete Pond Construction Applications from the Pond Pirate Read More »
Over the last decade, the pond industry has seen many changes in direction. Fewer ponds are being put in the ground, with many homeowners opting instead for pond-free waterfalls or fountains. In more recent years, there has been a growing trend toward formal wall fountains, or water walls. Pond supply manufacturers have had to race
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Article By Tom Dieck & Dylan Ardotta, Aquascapes East The water garden industry (and landscaping in general) can be a feast-or-famine scenario. Due to uncooperative weather throughout the winters in the Northeast, we are often forced to cram a whole calendar year’s worth of installations into a span of just eight months or so. No
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When it comes to pond concrete construction methods, there are several types to consider. One of the most common methods is using a rubber liner or other flexible sheet over dirt. This is by far the easiest, and when used in an area with very stable earth, it can work well over a long period
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There is a battle brewing between some of the builders who construct ponds with concrete and those builders who use pond liner. This is not a battle that needs to be fought. Concrete is a structural component and liner is a sealing component. Each has its place and its purpose. The purpose of one shouldn’t be
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