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Vegas East: A Backyard Oasis Like No Other

When the client first approached us, they had one dream: a recreational pond that felt less like a pool and more like a living, breathing aquatic retreat. Not just water in the backyard, but an experience: A backyard oasis like no other. They wanted a place to relax, recharge, and share a lifestyle built around […]
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Break the Cycle Naturally with Microbe Lift’s New Nutrient Export

Microbe-Lift‘s new Nutrient Export offers a breakthrough pond care after product five years in the making. Designed for pond / water garden enthusiasts and pond professionals ready to move beyond harsh chemical treatments, Nutrient Export clears cloudy water by addressing the root cause of recurring algae. Its advanced blend of live, denitrifying bacteria targets and […]
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EasyPro To Launch Pond-Vive WG – Now Sized for Water Gardens

EasyPro Pond Products is excited to announce the 2026 release of Pond-Vive WG, a new water garden–sized version of its best-selling natural lake treatment, Pond-Vive. For over 20 years, Pond-Vive has been trusted by lake & pond professionals to restore water clarity, reduce muck, and improve overall water quality in lakes and larger ponds. With […]
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Koi Art for Retailers and Contractors

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Whether you sell koi or not, you may want to consider selling koi art. Koi art enhances the ambience of any space, and can generate return business even in the off-season, or ponds are full already. Artwork can be easily added to your websites., and can make a great thank you for contractors and retailers alike.

Aquaponics Explained Part 2

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A Good Fit for Pond Professionals? Aquaponics is a rapidly emerging market segment. Learn the ins and outs in this issue. Which plants do best? Can I plant seeds? What are growth rates like? This is a must read that may lead to a new income stream for you and new adventures your customers.

The Watergarden Koi – Sarasa Comets

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Goldfish are a better choice for water gardens as an alternative to koi than you may realize. Some of these striking goldfish have the intense colors of koi. Sarasa Comets are similar to Kohaku, and Shubunkins are like Sanke. Learn how goldfish are also a good product to feature for retail stores and pond contractors.

Aquatic Plants Need Your Help to get Ready for Winter

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Fall is the best time of year for plant care and maintenance. Stop the number one reason plants die over winter, and learn how to over winter tropical marginals and lilies. Take care of the aquatic plants in your care now to give them the best chance for resurgence in the spring. Here’s how.

Establishing Contractual Guidelines

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A contract can make or break your business, so be sure to have a good one. Rick Bartel shares some guidelines that he has gleaned during his 20 years of experience as a veteran water feature contractor. Since there are some things you just can’t control like the weather, learn how to address this kind of issue and others that can affect your ability to get the work done and fairly paid for.

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Tax Implications of Disposing of Business Property

It is no surprise that many pond professionals fail to understand the tax ramifications of disposing of business property. Under our current rules, which are often confusing and complex, there are numerous ways to dispose of business assets: selling them, scrapping them, exchanging them for another business asset, or even giving them away, just to […]
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The Retail Rush

By Erin Porter, Hardscape Materials Inc. In the early days of COVID-19 and before life changed dramatically, I was treated to a trip to North Carolina for a seminar on water quality and fish health, which included a visit to a koi farm and dedicated retail pond store. It was a great trip and very […]
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