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What is a pondless water feature?

2/29/2016

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Pondless Water Feature

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Pondless Waterfalls are a simply a re-circulating Disappearing Waterfall  and/or  Stream  without the presence of a Pond.  You can enjoy the sight and sound of running water without the maintenance of a pond.  If you are considering a Pondless Waterfall for your yard. Contact Gordon’s Pond Utopia
​The waterfall is undoubtedly the most beautiful and favored feature in a water garden. If space is lacking in your yard or you have safety concerns with a pond, go Pondless®! The name basically explains it all. It's a waterfall and stream, without the pond. So why would you want a waterfall without a pond? The truth is that a Pondless® Waterfall isn't for everyone, but it can be a great alternative for someone who isn't quite sure if a pond is right for their family
​One of our most popular water features a beautiful disappearing waterfall is the Pondless® Disappearing Waterfall. Don't worry, we left the pond portion out on purpose and it can always be added later. The Aquascape Pondless® Waterfall system gives all the beauty, sights and sounds of water without the pond portion. This style of water feature is popular with individuals who have space constraints, small children or municipality restrictions.
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Pond Algae : How to manage and control

1/4/2016

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Fish Pond Algae Control in Carlisle, Mechanicsburg,         Harrisburg & Hershey PA.

​Fish Pond Algae one of the most common problems pond owners in Carlisle, Mechanicsburg, Harrisburg & Hershey PA will face with their ponds. So understanding the basic pond algae is half the battle this will save you time, money and frustration in your water gardening experience.

​String Algae   

Algae Problem Contact Gordon's Pond Utopia
​String algae is actually one of the best natural filters for your pond. Ask any pond builder/installer, they'll tell you that when string algae is present the water quality in the pond is usually perfect. Unfortunately most people don't like the way it looks, and that's where Aquascape's IonGen, Ecoblast, and other water treatments are effective.
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​Ecoblast is the Fastest Way to Eliminate Algae. It eliminates algae from waterfalls, streams, fountains and water features on contact. Can be used at any water temperature with or without fish.  
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The IonGen™ System Electronic Algae Controller allows you to spend your time relaxing next to your water feature instead of trying to maintain it! The IonGen™ effectively kills algae without the use of traditional liquid chemicals and is designed with a microprocessor that sends a signal to its ion producing probe helping to control algae throughout the entire water feature.

​Common Pond Algae Issues

​Improper Pond Circulation

​Poor pond circulation occurs usually when encountered with the cost of replacing a burnt out pond pump. Most often people opt for a smaller pump to save money, but ultimately cause major circulation issues, which then they battle with endless additives and mixtures trying to solve a problem caused by less circulation. 

Excess Rainwater Nitrogen

​IONGEN

​We have noticed over the years that we receive many phone calls about algae blooms after long heavy rainy periods. The rainwater is full of nitrogen which is ultimately a fertilizer that algae can feed on. Having poor filtration, or low circulation will enhance the algae blooms based on how much rain the pond has collected. 
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​ECOBLAST

 Non Regimented Water Treatment Applications

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The improper usage or complete lack of natural water treatments promotes pond algae. A pond is only as healthy as the water in it. Gordon's Pond Utopia carries a full selection of  pond water treatments necessary to create a balanced, healthy, and happy pond. Treating pond algae with pond chemicals is not a long term solution to this pond problem. It’s a quick fix that puts additional stress and loads on your pond. So take care and read all directions before just dumping into your pond.

Lack Of Routine Maintenance

​Unfortunately with pond filtration systems that look like pool filter, regular back-washing and refilling expelled water can put a strain on your free time, and make it easy to neglect, causing a backup of alternate issues that compound themselves in multiples. You see green water, we see crashed ecosystems. 

 Too Many Fish or Over Feeding

Ponds that are overstocked with too many fish certainly promote pond algae.(A rule of thumb is one inch of fish for every 100 gallon of water in your pond) It is so tempting to buy and buy not forgetting that the koi we buy are babies. As it grows we have even more acute lack of space and process ever growing waste. Imagine a 4 inch baby has grown to 1 foot, 3 times in few months! The end result is increasing nitrogen levels, which in turn becomes nutrients for algae blooms.

Improper/Not Enough Filtration

​Contrary to popular belief, a pump sitting at the bottom of your pond is not an actual  working filter. Most pieced together ponds have a mix match of products in hopes of proper filtration. Their are many systems that work really well, but they all take a pre-set amount of routine maintenance. 

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    Love to make custom water features.  I  am the owner of Gordon's Pond Utopia. Doing what I love building ponds and water features. 

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