Can You Build a Backyard Pond in the Phoenix Heat?
One of the biggest misconceptions we hear at The Pond Gnome is that Arizona is simply too hot for ponds, koi, aquatic plants, or water gardens. The truth is that ponds have been successfully built throughout Phoenix, Scottsdale, Gilbert, Chandler, Mesa, Queen Creek, and the surrounding Valley for decades.
The key isn’t avoiding the heat—it’s designing your pond specifically for desert conditions. With proper depth, filtration, circulation, shade, and plant coverage, a backyard pond can become one of the most enjoyable and sustainable features in your outdoor space.
Are Pondless Waterfalls Easy to Maintain?
As an Arizona homeowner, if you love the sound of moving water but don’t want the upkeep of a traditional pond, a pondless waterfall may be exactly what you’re looking for. One of the most common questions we hear at The Pond Gnome is:
“Are pondless waterfalls easy to maintain?”
How Much Does It Cost to Build a Koi Pond in Arizona?
If you’ve ever sat outside during an Arizona summer and thought, “This backyard needs something more relaxing than a gravel bed and a thirsty ficus tree,” you’re not alone.
A professionally built koi pond can completely transform your outdoor space into a living, breathing desert oasis. But naturally, one of the first questions homeowners ask is: What Does a Koi Pond Cost in Arizona?
Is Waiting for a Backyard Pond Costing You Money? | Phoenix Pond Installation Guide
We’ve all been there. You’re a Phoenix homeowner, and you’ve been dreaming of a backyard retreat. You REALLY want a backyard pond. But then, your brain starts whispering things like, “Maybe next year,” or “Let’s see how the budget looks after Christmas,” or the ever-popular, “I’ll just keep staring at pictures of ponds on the […]
Backyard Lighting Ideas for Your Pond, Waterfall, or Fountain
When Phoenix homeowners want to enjoy their water feature after the sun set, outdoor lighting is a must!
Top 10 New Year’s Resolutions Your Backyard Koi Pond Is Secretly Making
As Phoenix homeowners make their lists of lofty New Year’s resolutions—eating clean, saving money, finally using that gym membership—we often forget that we’re not the only ones ringing in the new year with big ambitions…
5 THINGS CONTRACTORS WON’T TELL YOU ABOUT CONCRETE PONDS
When most Phoenix homeowners think of concrete, they typically think of something very durable that will last forever. And we’d like to believe that a concrete pond would follow suit. The foundations of our homes are concrete, after all! And our roads and bridges! And swimming pools! Yep, things that are expected to last forever are made of concrete. So, it just stands to reason that a pond should be made of concrete right? Meh, maybe not so much, and here’s why…
What Kind of Water Feature is Ideal for Phoenix Homeowners?
Many Phoenix homeowners are confused or overwhelmed by the number of options for water features to suit their lifestyle, goals, and aspirations. There are so many choices!…
INSIDER TIPS FOR HIRING A CONTRACTOR IN PHOENIX, AZ
When getting ready to hire a contractor, Phoenix homeowners should always “get 3 estimates.” Isn’t that what we’ve always been told? …
BRING THE WORLD TO YOU WITH A BACKYARD POND!
Many Phoenix homeowners may not have the means or the time to travel the world. And some people are just plain homebodies by nature. So, why not bring the world to you?