Q & A's

Below you will find question and answers regarding your equipment and maintaining your water garden, from fish information to chemicals needed, plants and care, etc.

	Q: How do I get my Koi to eat out of my hand? Get them used to you feeding them. After they see you, take steps back until fish feel comfortable to eat. After time your fish will trust you and you won’t have to walk away. Once you put your hand out and they come to the surface, start to lower your hand in the water with the food.
	Q: Why do I need plants in my pond? Aquatic plants are a major part of your ecosystem. Look at them as a biological filter. Plants use nutrients from your water and keep it clean. Without them your pond would be murky and smell.
	Q: Should I add frogs to my pond? Frogs will find you if you have good water quality. You can add native frogs but it is better when they are tadpoles so they will come back yearly. Tadpoles are beneficial to your pond, they eat small aquatic insects and algae.
	Q: Can I build my pond myself? Yes, but not recommended without proper training. Generally there are 20 products and 20 steps in building a properly installed water garden.
	Q: Is outdoor lighting going to be expensive, monthly? No, outdoor lighting is available with low voltage performance and is very cost efficient, therefore enabling you to enjoy gorgeous lighting around your water gardens.
	Q: Can I buy small amounts of stone, little at a time? There is a certain amount needed to build a pond, stream or waterfall. For decorative purposes, you can add as you go, as you grow. Stone is what it takes to make your outdoor paradise more “natural” looking.