by Ralph Biezad | Jun 29, 2026 | blog, Koi Pond
đĽBeating the Heat in the Sonoran Desert As we go through the month of June, the true test of summer begins. With temperatures consistently climbing past the triple-digit mark, we all look for ways to stay cool, and your backyard pond is no exception. While our unique...
by Ralph Biezad | Jun 12, 2026 | blog, Koi Pond
âď¸The Hidden Summer Threat: Oxygen Depletion There is nothing quite like sitting on your patio on a warm May evening, listening to the rhythmic, soothing sound of your waterfall splashing over natural desert boulders. It looks beautiful, sounds relaxing, and feels...
by Ralph Biezad | Mar 23, 2026 | blog, Koi Pond
The Pond Paradox That Surprises Many Homeowners Every spring, we hear the same thing from pond owners: “My water looked perfectly clear then suddenly string algae appeared everywhere.” It feels confusing. After all, clear water should mean a healthy pond,...
by Ralph Biezad | Feb 27, 2026 | blog, Koi Pond, Pond Repair
Few things confuse pond owners more than koi feeding in late winter. One day it feels like spring. The next morning is cold again. Your koi start swimming more. Then they disappear to the bottom. So the question comes up every year: âIs it time to start feeding...
by Ralph Biezad | Feb 20, 2026 | blog, Koi Pond
February Is the Calm Before the Pond Season Storm February is one of the most deceptive months for pond owners in Arizona. The weather is warming. The days are longer. The water looks calm. And everything feels⌠fine. But February isnât quiet; itâs transitional....
by Ralph Biezad | Jan 16, 2026 | blog, Koi Pond, Pond Builder
Why Algae Doesnât âHibernateâ in Arizona Many pond owners believe algae is only a summer problem. That may be true in colder climates, but in the Arizona desert, winter sun exposure keeps algae very much in play. In fact, January is often when algae quietly lays the...
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