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Altadena Pond Rehab: Third time is the charm.

Blog, Construction, PondsBy DominicApril 6, 2020

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…

Recurring Pond Problems and Solutions

Blog, Other, PondsBy DominicJanuary 30, 20201 Comment

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…

How to prepare your pond for Spring in Southern California

Aquatic Plants, Pond Maintenance, Ponds, SeasonalBy DominicDecember 28, 2018

Spring is around the corner, what can you do to prepare your pond for spring? How can you make the summer months more enjoyable for you as a pond owner and insure your pond will provide a healthy ecosystem for your aquatic inhabitants?  As the weather warms, the grass grows and the birds chirp, your…

Is Your Pond Ready for Winter?

Pond Maintenance, Ponds, Seasonal, UncategorizedBy DominicNovember 16, 2018

FALL AND WINTER POND CARE Is your pond ready for Winter? We know, many of you reading this are southern California residents thinking “Winter? Yeah, right! I don’t have to do anything different to my pond!”  Even though we do not have to worry about freezing temperatures in So-Cal, there are plenty of other items…

Join Us This Saturday July 7th for an Afternoon by the Pond at Lincoln Avenue Nursery

Blog, Events, Ponds, SeasonalBy DominicJuly 3, 2018

We love Pasadena’s Lincoln Avenue Nursery and they have generously allowed us to host a meeting by the pond this Saturday the 7th.  We’re inviting anyone and everyone to enjoy the atmosphere of the newly remodeled pond at the wonderful Lincoln Avenue Nursery. Dominic Carone and the rest of the team from So-Cal Ponds will…

Your Pond – What to expect with the warm weather

Blog, Ponds, Seasonal, UncategorizedBy DominicMay 25, 2018

What to expect with the warm weather: Three things to expect with warm weather and your pond. Every year as the seasons changes from the cold winter months to the warmer spring months, there are at least three things you can expect with the warm weather. Over the last several months your pond has probably…

Pond Plants: Benefits and choosing the right ones

Aquatic Plants, Blog, PondsBy DominicMay 23, 2018

Plants are essential in any pond, for more than just the aesthetics. Other than livening up your water feature with unique shapes, colors, and beautiful aquatic blooms, plants also play an integral role in keeping your pond a natural healthy ecosystem. Selecting the right pond plants will help you balance your water garden and maintain a…

It’s time! Spring clean outs!

Pond Maintenance, Ponds, SeasonalBy DominicFebruary 13, 2018

  Spring is just around the corner and it’s time to think about your pond clean out! Clean outs are highly suggested, especially if your pond gets hit by excessive winter debris such as leaves, weeds and water runoff. With the warm So-Cal weather, your pond will be in full swing in a few weeks. If the…

STOP WEST NILE IN YOUR BACKYARD

Ponds, RantsBy DominicOctober 8, 2017Leave a comment

So-Cal Ponds Inc. wants to inform you of what we all can do to help stop the spread of mosquito born illnesses! If you’ve been following the news, you may be aware that there have been a number of recorded cases of West Nile virus in California. There are no vaccines or cures for West Nile. The…

It’s Time to Think About Fall Pond Care

Pond Maintenance, Ponds, SeasonalBy DominicOctober 2, 2017Leave a comment

Fall Pond Care Fall and Winter are most people’s favorite time of the year, the decorations, the crisp cooler air and the family and friend gatherings. With the shorter days and cooler nights, you can really feel the seasons changing and so can your ponds and water-gardens. It’s a time to enjoy the weather, but…

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