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Spring News from Kol Koi Pondscapes


** Koi, Goldfish, & Tadpoles!
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It's now time to add new fish to your pond! Come see our exciting assortment of new koi and goldfish. Prices range from $8-$250 depending on size and color. We are sure to have some in your price range.
Our large bullfrog tadpoles have also arrived. Tadpoles are $3 each.

The Big Shanty Festival is April 21st and 22nd.  Stop in and see us!



** Spring pond tips
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* Replace UV bulb (typical life span is 1 year)
* Inspect & clean/replace filter
* Continue to use Liquid Barley Extract
* Switch to Microbe-Lift PL
* Add Microbe Lift Spring/Summer
* Clean your pond
+ For a light cleaning, use a Muck-vac to remove debris from the bottom
+ For a deep cleaning, call the store for an estimate - 678-932-9277
* As the weather continues to get warmer:
+ Examine, repot, replant and fertilize your plants.  Dynadirt is available at the store.
+ Add new plants
+ Add new fish


** Water Plants
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Water Plants (http://www.kolkoi.com/water-plants.html) are starting to arrive at the store!  Stop in and check out our selection! Stay up to date by checking our Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/kolkoipondscapes/) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/kol_koi_pondscapes/) !


** Give us a call!
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Need your pond cleaned out?  Have a leak?  Ready for a larger or different pond?  Give us a call (http://www.kolkoi.com/contact-us.html) and let us help you with all of your pond needs!


** Don't forget the birds!
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* Clean and put out your bird houses and nesting material
* Put out your hummingbird feeders - clean and fill your bird feeders
* Clean your birdbaths and fill with fresh water
* Stop by Kol Koi Pondscapes (http://www.kolkoi.com/) and pick up some Cole's birdseed (http://coleswildbird.com/) or a new feeder!

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