Most Frequently Asked Questions Complete List by Season Spring Q: I would love to have a backyard pond. How do I start?
The best ponds with the happiest owners begin with careful, thorough planning from the start. Find reliable sources of information such as a good book (Ortho’s “All About Building Waterfalls, Ponds and Streams is excellent) or even better a good Pond Supply Store. Any good supplier knows that providing reliable, practical information is the key to a successful, happy customer. These sources can provide answers to questions such as: What type of pond do I want? Where is the best location? Can I install it myself? How much maintenance is involved? Watergardening in general is a very easy hobby. It can become very difficult and frustrating without the proper information. Q: How do I know if my pond needs to be completely drained and cleaned, and how early in the season can this be accomplished? A: This decision should be based on the amount of accumulated bottom debris and the ability to remove it. If there is substantial build-up that cannot be removed, practically with a net or vacuumin
