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Some Basic Kinds of Algae
Some Basic Kinds of Algae Algae is natural in your pond. And it is beneficial. But to a point. As noted by Kasco Marine, there are several basic kinds. Planktonic algae are essential, single-celled plant forms occurring worldwide. A healthy pond needs this form of algae as a food source. Filamentous algae is typically found at the surface of ponds in "greenish mats." This kind of algae has little if any value to your pond and... (posted by mike guista 6 years 156 days ago.)
Some Basic Kinds of Algae Algae is natural in your pond. And it is beneficial. But to a point. As noted by Kasco Marine, there are several basic kinds. Planktonic algae are essential, single-celled plant forms occurring worldwide. A healthy pond needs this form of algae as a food source. Filamentous algae is typically found at the surface of ponds in "greenish mats." This kind of algae has little if any value to your pond and... (posted by mike guista 6 years 156 days ago.)
About Foggers and Misters for Ponds and Fountains
About Foggers and Misters for Ponds and Fountains Foggers (or misters, they are called both) create mysterious, "dry ice" effects without the need of ice. These little machines use a simple technique of high frequency, ultrasonic vibration to create ultra-fine droplets of mist without heat, cold or chemicals. Sometimes these are sold as a single unit, while other times they are sold on floats of up to... (posted by mike guista 6 years 156 days ago.)
About Foggers and Misters for Ponds and Fountains Foggers (or misters, they are called both) create mysterious, "dry ice" effects without the need of ice. These little machines use a simple technique of high frequency, ultrasonic vibration to create ultra-fine droplets of mist without heat, cold or chemicals. Sometimes these are sold as a single unit, while other times they are sold on floats of up to... (posted by mike guista 6 years 156 days ago.)
When replacing a fountain pump or choosing a new one
When replacing a fountain pump or choosing a new one, first there are some key terms to keep in mind: "Head" : This is the maximum vertical lift of the pump. For example, a 6' head means the pump is rated to pump water up to 6 feet high. Note, however, that at 6 feet the pump would be providing very little water, with gallons per hour around zero. So if you need to pump, say, 200 gph at 72"... (posted by mike guista 6 years 156 days ago.)
When replacing a fountain pump or choosing a new one, first there are some key terms to keep in mind: "Head" : This is the maximum vertical lift of the pump. For example, a 6' head means the pump is rated to pump water up to 6 feet high. Note, however, that at 6 feet the pump would be providing very little water, with gallons per hour around zero. So if you need to pump, say, 200 gph at 72"... (posted by mike guista 6 years 156 days ago.)
Buying or Building A Water Fountain: Things to Consider
Buying or Building A Water Fountain: Things to Consider A great deal about fountains has changed over the last decade. Now there are really high class ones made of copper, bronze, concrete, and stone, and some fairly nice ones made of resin and fiberglass. There are several things to consider, though. As a pump wholesaler, I speak with fountain owners all the time and also look at lots of samples of... (posted by mike guista 6 years 156 days ago.)
Buying or Building A Water Fountain: Things to Consider A great deal about fountains has changed over the last decade. Now there are really high class ones made of copper, bronze, concrete, and stone, and some fairly nice ones made of resin and fiberglass. There are several things to consider, though. As a pump wholesaler, I speak with fountain owners all the time and also look at lots of samples of... (posted by mike guista 6 years 156 days ago.)
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