Is Your Pond Ready for Fish?

NBWG Newsletter

372 W College St. Marshall, MO

Store Hours: Friday 9am-5pm and Saturday 10:30am-5pm        660-229-3777

Plants:

Could you imagine how miserable the summer heat would be without our wonderful air conditioning? Well your fish do not have AC so the next best thing for them is shade. Tropical water lilies are the perfect provider of shade. Lily pads are virtually parasols for your fish. Fittingly so we will be continuing our feature lily. This week we will focus on the Mr. Martin E. Randig tropical water lily. This lily has a rose colored, semi cup shaped flower. The flower can reach up to 8" across and are very fragrant. Its leaves are heavily mottled, making for a gorgeous lily pad. The leaves typically grow anywhere from 6" to 8" in diameter. This lily is perfect if  you are looking for a soft, delicate lily, and will make a beautiful addition to any water garden.

Special: Buy 1 Tropical Waterlily, Get 5 Floaters (Lettuce/ Hyacinth) Free
while supplies last, expires 08.04.17, must mention special at time of purchase

Fish: 

Many think that fish can live anywhere; as long as there is water, they are fine.Well that simply isn't the case. Not all ponds are created equal, so you need to access your water garden to make sure it is fit to become a fish hotel. First thing first, is you pond big enough to hold fish? Most fish need about 10 gallons of water for every inch of there length. Keep in mind that your fish will grow so you'll want to be careful not to overcrowd your fish. If you are not sure how many gallons your water garden holds just ask Steve. Pond depth is also important. You want to have a deep enough pond so that your fish can escape predators, such as a heron or the neighborhood cat. A perfect depth is about 2 to 2 1/2 feet.  Another thing to check is if your pond has direct sunlight. Typically it is preferred to have some sun but if your pond is located in a shady spot there are ways to accommodate your fish too. Sunlight produces vitamins that are beneficial to your fish (such as vitamin D). Most plants need sun to grow, and by having plants the nitrates in the water are reduced. However, if your pond is in the shade, just make sure to get some plants that prefer the shade. If your pond passes the fish fitness test, come by our store to get your new pets!

Special: 10% Off Any Fish, Any Size
while supplies last, expires 08.04.17, must mention special at time of purchase

Pond:

One of the most important thing to have in your water garden during the summer is crystal clear water. Summer is the season of barbecues and no guest wants to see a green pond. Notice what Aquascape Inc has to say about a great way to clear your water:

Aquascape Beneficial Bacteria for Ponds provides clean, clear and healthy water conditions and reduces pond maintenance.

• Contains eight pure strains of concentrated beneficial bacteria.
• Effective at reducing sludge, uneaten fish food, fish waste,
• dead and decaying plant material and excess nutrients
• that cause poor water quality and clarity
• Safe for fish, plants, pets and wildlife

Come by NBW for your way to a clearer pond!

Special: 20% Off Aquascape Beneficial Bacteria
while supplies last, expires 08.04.17, must mention special at time of purchase