There’s a lot more to backyard pond installation than simply digging a big hole and filling it with water. Backyard ponds require liners, pumps, filters and regular maintenance to keep algae and ...

"Lucky to have him." Gardener captures delightful photo of recent visitor in backyard pond: 'This little guy has been a ...

A pond, simply put, is a hole filled with water. An ornamental pond is a hole filled with water plus an assortment of plants, some fish and a pump, which filters the water and causes it to bubble or ...

A pond is a fantastic way to attract wildlife into your garden and even a tiny pond will benefit a lot of animals. Many creatures are entirely aquatic, some start their lives in water and others need ...

It’s that time of year. Gardens are awake and you’ve got questions. For answers, turn to Ask an Expert, an online question-and-answer tool from Oregon State University’s Extension Service. OSU ...

Q: I just bought a property that has a small pond on it. I thought the pond was covered in algae. I was told that it is covered in duckweed. The duckweed is apparently protecting the fish and frogs ...

A small backyard can often feel limiting. There’s no room for a huge playscape or outdoor kitchen. Throwing backyard parties or installing a huge in-ground pool is probably out, too. Despite these ...