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  1. Last TIP of 2009: If you don't have a pond deicer and the pond freezes over DO NOT break the ice, instead melt it with warm water.
  2. TIP Placement of pond deicers is crucial to results. Follow mfr's instruc.Should be placed at edge of pond in shallow area shield from wind.
  3. TIP To keep a pond deicer from running too much add a ThermoCube, which responds to air temp and can save energy. http://tinyurl.com/tow11-3
  4. TIP: Have Aqua Ultraviolet UV & plan to run pump in winter, protect glass parts- remove & use Winterizing Cap http://tinyurl.com/tip1027
  5. TIP: If you turn off your pumps for the winter, make sure to drain filters, UV lights, external pumps, & plumbing to prevent damage.
  6. 1 of our internet servers is down. Some pages and images will not load. Email is down. Our host is working to resolve- hope to be up soon.
  7. TIP: When the pond's water temperature drops consistently below 50 degrees it is time to stop feeding goldfish and koi until spring.
  8. TIP Lack of plant coverage means greater risk of predators eating fish. Leaf netting can be kept down all winter. http://tinyurl.com/tow929
  9. Tue. 9/29 will be out last day for shipping plants in 2009. If you want plants this year, order by Mon morning. http://tinyurl.com/92909p
  10. TIP When the water temp. in your pond drops below 60F, feed goldfish/koi food made for cool weather feeding. http://tinyurl.com/tow922
  11. TIP Prepare the pond for winter and spring with bacteria specifically for cold water and leaf decomposition. http://tinyurl.com/tow915
  12. TIP Fertilization of aquatic plants should stop about 1 month before the 1st frost in your area.
  13. TIP Prepare for fall now by reading our page on Autumn/Winter pond care. http://tinyurl.com/tow91
  14. End of Summer plant sale. Select from 24 waterlilies, marginals, & more. Many others still avail @ reg prices http://tinyurl.com/09psale
  15. TIP Summer evaporation means adding more water. A dechlorinator should be used when adding any chlorinated water. http://tinyurl.com/tow18
  16. TIP Over-cleaning a biofilter can destroy the beneficial bacteria . Only clean away debris that restricts flow. Avoid chlorinated water.
  17. TIP Summer means mosquito issues. Know the facts & you can better control population & reduce neighbors' concerns. http://tinyurl.com/nolqvg
  18. TIP Aquatic plants used for filtration still need fertilizer. Healthy plants will pull more nutrient from water. http://tinyurl.com/Jul28
  19. In-Store Only. Sidewalk Sale through Sat 7/25. Clearance items @ or below cost, great deals on many other items. Save $ all week long. #cha
  20. TIP Uneaten food can reduce the water quality in your pond. If there is food still floating 5 minutes after feeding you have fed too much.