water features maintenance

Nothing as beautiful as a water garden is completely maintenance free, so don’t let anyone tell you otherwise! Just like any other outdoor landscaping, a pond takes a little maintenance here and there, but we guarantee that it’s much more enjoyable than mowing the lawn. This section explores what kind of general maintenance a pond requires for those looking to get their own pond, or for the pond owner who needs a little refresher. You’ll also get a sneak peek of what kind of seasonal maintenance is required as your pond evolves through spring, summer, fall, and winter. Some ponds need more maintenance than others, but remember that if you build your pond the all-natural way, you’ll be well on your way to enjoying your pond more and maintaining it less!

General Maintenance – Weekly tasks to keep you pond healthy. Spring Maintenance – What to do in your pond this spring. Spring Clean-outs – Getting your pond ready for the season. Summer Maintenance – Your summer pond chores. Fall Maintenance – Skimming those leaves and other fall tasks. Winter Maintenance – The Dos and Don’ts of winter. Winter Shut-down – Does your pond need to be shut down for the winter? Find out! (Content courtesy of www.pondlifestyles.com, an Aquascape Website)