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WHAT DOES A POND COST IN PHOENIX, AZ?

The first question most Phoenix homeowners ask when beginning their research on the possibility of adding a pond or water feature to their outdoor environment is: What will it cost?
The cost to build a backyard pond can vary greatly…

Arizona Birds Need Water!

Phoenix homeowners love to see the cool native and migratory birds that visit their backyard pond! You may not be aware of just how important these man-made backyard riparian areas are…

PHOENIX BACKYARD POND ECOLOGY 101

Pond ecology studies everything that has an impact on, or is impacted by, a pond. Looking at a backyard pond, let’s see how many interactions we can find…

CAN I HAVE A POND IF I HAVE PETS?

Ponds are great for pets! Having a pond in your backyard can be a wonderful addition for Phoenix homeowners, not just for you but for your pet as well! Here are some reasons why having a pond is great for your pet…

5 Drawbacks to Installing an Ecosystem Pond in Phoenix

Ecosystem ponds can be a gorgeous and low maintenance landscape option for Phoenix homeowners. They provide hours of pleasure and entertainment, while requiring only minutes per week of care & maintenance. But they have their drawbacks and they’re not for everyone…

10 COMMON PHOENIX POND MYTHS DEBUNKED!

We’ve heard a variety of reasons why Phoenix homeowners might not want a pond, and most of them happen to be common pond myths that simply are not true. A properly designed and installed pond provides more beauty and relaxation than any other outdoor home improvement…

Can Phoenix Homeowners Have Turtles in Their Pond?

Turtles can provide hours of entertainment and education and truly become members of your family. However, there are some considerations you should take into account before adding a turtle to your ecosystem pond…

10 POND PLANTS PHOENIX HOMEOWNERS NEED TO KNOW ABOUT!

Phoenix & Scottsdale homeowners know that adding aquatic plants to your water garden has many benefits such as naturalizing the landscape, creating smooth transitions for edges, and improving the water quality and ecosystem…