NATURALLY DYED EASTER EGGS Ingredients: 1 dozen eggs 1 red beet 1/2 small head of red cabbage 2 tablespoons ground turmeric 3 tablespoons vinegar Container:sauce pans, various containersCOOK20 minsREADY IN2 hrsDirections: Hard boil the eggs: put eggs in a sauce pan in a single layer, cover by 1/2 to 1 inch cold water and bring to a boil…
Cement Pond to Natural Pond The Call: We received a call in late May 2017 from a homeowner who was concerned her pond was leaking and asked if we could come out and provide some suggestions on how to remedy the leak. I scheduled my next available time with her and gathered my notes. On…
Pond Issues Having a Koi pond or an aquatic plant pond can increase the visual appearance of a property, it is also believed that most people who own koi or aquatic ponds find it relaxing and relieves stress. Not to mention developing a passion for an environment that you’re able to maintain for yourself. Ponds…
Are you seeing green cloudiness in your pond or water garden? Here in Southern California we have had days on end in the upper 80°’s and 90°’s and some that hit 100°. Heat can green up your pond! Read below to know about the heat and keeping your pond healthy: For those of us who dare…
We were out on a sales call, visiting a homeowner who wanted to build a new pondless water feature. After discussing her desires, we began to talk about access. While doing so, I noticed a large, black stain on her driveway. I asked her what had happened. She exhaled and went on to describe how…
A healthy pond is mostly bubble free. Bubble or foam formation on the surface of a pond is usually caused by dissolved organic buildup. This organic build up can occur for a variety of reasons. Including over feeding, heavy fish load, or poor filtration. But at this time of the year when we get calls…
It’s spring, can I start feeding my fish again? They look hungry! When the temperatures lowered this fall and winter, your fish’s metabolism did as well. You began to lessen the amount that you fed them. You switched over to a wheat germ fish food. Then you stopped feeding them while the temperatures were very…
Why is there algae in my pond? Many pond owners at this time of year find themselves wondering, “it’s cold outside, why is there algae in my pond?” It’s common belief that when it’s cold algae shouldn’t grow. Although temperature does play a role in the growth of algae, there are many other variables that…
An Afternoon by the pond; New Event and Discussion with So-Cal Ponds at Pasasdena’s Lincoln Ave. Nursery Come spend the afternoon with So-Cal Ponds, Inc. and learn five tips to help prepare your pond for spring. So-Cal Ponds will be at one of our favorite local nursery’s, Lincoln Ave. Nursery in Pasadena California March, 30th…
What is Filter February? Filter February, your yearly filter service, the time of the year we focus on everything which involves filtration on your pond. This includes your water pumps, UV lights, aeration pumps, skimmers, auto fills, and of course the filters. These items are serviced and monitored on our regular maintenance program. However, parts eventually…