Take out the noise from the passing cars, add an oasis for local wildlife and put the worries of the day behind. Installing a garden pond, either large or small, can add depth to your backyard, in ...

Koi ponds don’t always equal tranquility. If you’re not prepared, the cost and stress of repairs could ruin the serene setting you crave. “It’s a hobby that you have to enjoy. There is consistent ...

This outdoor water feature, once well-maintained, can increase your backyard's visual appeal and unique factor, contributing ...

You can hear Kathy and Ray McKinnon’s backyard before you can see it. But it won’t take long for those strolling past their Melrose Highlands home to be invited to admire their koi pond—or as Ray ...

Learn how to build a stunning backyard koi pond featuring 4 glass panels! This video covers design, decoration ideas, and ...

IT MAY NOT FEEL LIKE SPRING OUT THERE THIS MORNING, BUT THE HOME AND GARDEN SHOW IS HELPING YOU GET READY FOR ONE. WARMER WEATHER RETURNS. THE ANNUAL EVENT IS BACK OPEN TODAY AT STATE FAIR PARK. GREG ...

They are known as "nishikigoi," or "koi" to the English-speaking world. Believed to become dragons as a reward for their tenacity and courage, these fish were kept as pets by emperors of China and ...

Make your backyard pond into a refreshing focal point by adding features such as seating and a waterfall. Keep koi fish and welcome wildlife to your pond to lend a sense of tranquility and movement to ...

If you live in a colder climate, you may wonder what to do with your pond fish when your backyard oasis is at risk of freezing solid. Fortunately, with the right conditions and preparation, many types ...

DEAR JOAN: We live on Las Trampas Creek in Walnut Creek. New resident river otters ate all of my 20-year-old koi pets. Related Articles Oakland Zoo’s Glowfari has returned, but prices are higher due ...

Which is antithetical to the inherently good-natured, friendly fish. But as Phil Goulding perches on the cold stones by the side of his backyard koi pond, his beloved shimmering beauties aren’t ...