Teamwork Creates Beautiful Ponds
Beautiful water features do not just happen. Como Park Zoo & Conservatory Ponds attest to the benefits of good communication.
Algae – The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
At first you may be thinking, “The Good? Really? How can there be anything good about algae?” Well, the truth is algae are not all bad. Algae play several important roles in your pond or aquarium. Algae influence carbon and nutrient cycling. They are in aquatic systems what plants are to terrestrial systems. They are…
Odor Control for Ponds, Aquaculture, Water Features
Ponds, whether commercial, decorative, or agricultural, occasionally exhibit some rather foul odors. Most pond odors are caused by hydrogen sulfide (rotten egg smell), sulfur, and ammonia. Odors are also caused by algae, such as Chara (skunkweed), as well as cyanobacteria (blue-green algae). BZT® Aquaculture is formulated with beneficial bacteria selected for the ability to outcompete…