The Latest News in Pond Design and Backyard Ponds at Great Lakes Pondscapes

Absolutely committed to staying current with new developments in pond design, Great Lakes Pondscapes is constantly researching the latest trends regarding backyard ponds. Whether we’re searching out fresh pond accessories, testing new pond pumps, or marveling at a well-designed water feature, we won’t rest until we know all there is to know about pond design. To learn more about what we’re currently following, select a news article from the options below.

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The Two Basic Pond Design Considerations for Your Backyard Pond

Backyard ponds provide homeowners with beautiful mood-boosting sights and relaxing sounds that promote tranquility and calm.

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Calming and Beautiful Cascading Backyard Waterfalls from Great Lakes Pondscapes

Whether you already have a backyard pond or other water feature you would like to enhance, or you are just looking to install a cascading waterfall on its own, we can help.

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4 Things You Need to Consider Before You Build a Koi Pond

There are few things that are more exciting than deciding to put in a koi pond at your home.

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We Are Now Open and Ready to Help With All of Your Backyard Pond Needs

With the Governor’s new executive order dated April, 24 2020, we are very pleased to announce that our backyard pond and outdoor décor store is allowed to be open with social distancing restrictions!

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More Testimonials and Reviews from Our Backyard Pond Customers

There is nothing more satisfying than making our customers happy and excited about their backyard pond and water features.

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3 Reasons to Include Aquatic Plants in Your Backyard Pond

While the main part of your backyard pond is the water, most pond owners want a water garden filled with aquatic plants and even fish. In this post, we will look at three of the reasons it’s a good idea to make aquatic plants a part of your backyard pond.

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Preparing Your Backyard Pond for Winter

When you have a backyard pond and live in Michigan, there are general steps you will need to take in order to winterize your pond.

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Choosing Healthy and Attractive Koi Fish for Your Backyard Pond

There is no denying the fact that koi fish are an absolutely gorgeous addition to your backyard pond. Coming in many different patterns and colors, there are a number of things to keep an eye out for to ensure your koi are healthy and as attractive as possible.

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9 Things to Consider as Part of Your Pond Design and Installation

When it comes to pond design and installation, there are many things you should consider before you begin your project. In this post, we will provide a checklist of items you want to make sure think about as part of your decision to install a backyard pond.

Pond Lighting is a Welcome Addition to Your Backyard Pond Design

There is nothing quite like beautiful backyard pond design that includes pond lighting. Pond lighting allows you to enjoy your pond at night, putting light and attention on your favorite parts of your pond design.

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Need Pond Supplies? Great Lakes Pondscapes Discusses the Three Basic Types of Pond Filters

There are a number of factors to consider when deciding what pond filter is right for you, including your pond’s size, where your pond is located, your budget, and whether or not you will have fish.

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Keep Your Backyard Pond in Great Shape this Summer with These Four Tips

There are a number of things you can do to keep your backyard background pond in great shape this summer, including maintaining your water levels, balancing your bacteria levels, and taking care of your fish and plant life.

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