At Pondtastic Water Gardens we believe in using treatments and working with nature rather than using chemicals and working against nature.
How do we do that in Orlando, Central Florida? Water treatments.

We are often asked what can I put in my pond to make the water clear? Or we just bought our home and it has a pond how do I take care of it.

Always remember that there is a HUGE difference between clear water and healthy water. You could have a UV light to keep the water clear however that light does nothing to the organic debris and waste in the pond.
Our goal is a balanced ecosystem which gives us healthy clear water!

Here are a few tips and products to maintaining a healthy balanced ecosystem pond.

We have said for quite a while now that there is a water feature for every person and every budget and we have really seen that this past year.


We have seen a significant rise in the interest in "mid level " features. I think it is mainly due to the increase in available /cost effective options.

How Much Does A Koi Pond Cost in Orlando, Central Florida?

Orlando, Central Florida Pond Pricing

When shopping for a pond contractor in the Orlando, Central Florida area, do your homework.  Just because a contractor gives you a low bid doesn’t necessarily mean they will build a quality water feature.
                                                                                                                                                                     You have heard the saying “You get what you pay for” right?  Well when it comes to a koi pond or water feature the saying is also true.
First make sure you are dealing with a pond professional, Pondtastic ONLY builds water features.         
We are not providing handyman services, pool services or lawn maintenance service.

What is your dream pond? Do you want a large pond so you can have big koi swimming gracefully by? Or is it to have a pond that always blooming with beautiful aquatic plants?

What an amazing view these home owners have as they look out onto their Orlando, Central Florida (FL) backyard on  Lake Butler.

Our service areas include all areas in Central Florida
Orlando, Kissimmee, Windermere, Winter Garden, Winter Springs, Melbourne, Winter Park, Clermont,Apopka, Longwood, Altamonte Springs, Oviedo, Lake Nona, Kissimmee, St Cloud, Davenport, Poinciana, Melbourne, Viera, Merritt Island, Cocoa Beach, Indian Harbour, Lake Butler, Bay Hill, Hunters Creek, Maitland, Casselberry, Sanford, Deland, Celebration, Heathrow, Baldwin Park, Auburndale, Harmony, Haines City, Narcoossee, Metro West, Zellwood, Tavares, Groveland, Meadow Woods, Azalea Park, Williamsburg, Palm Bay, Titusville, Rockledge, Mascotte, Minneola, Ocoee, Reunion, Champions Gate, Southchase,
 

This is the first question people ask when they are “pondering” the addition of a pondless waterfall to their landscape.

While it sounds like a simple question, how much does an “average” pondless waterfall cost? A true water feature expert will take this question and ask for a definition of “average.”

Pond Stars
This is an exciting time to be a Pond Builder or Hobbyist!  Many landscape and gardening programs have highlighted the use of Water Gardens in various settings, but none have really been able to capture the true artistry and holistic effects of the "Water Garden Lifestyle".  Backyard Ponds or water gardens have always taken a back seat to some other "Cool" component on the show, like an outdoor grill or gazebo, and the rest of the time is usually dedicated to the "Back Story" about the reason for the renovation.

There is always something new that I want to add to our pond at home or that I want to change. With each year something new comes on the market or I want my waterfall updated to look similar to our latest Pondtastic creation. So I often say this waterfall needs work, much to Jim's dismay.

I always enjoy walking around the backyard with a future pond owner and discussing the various subjects that always seem to come up when you are discussing the possibilities of their property but, there is nothing better than having that same discussion with someone who has called you to create in their backyard because they have seen how you transformed their friends yard. We had recently completed an ecosystem pond and waterfall for her friend also in the the community of Lake Nona. It was a transformation of the courtyard entryway and she was stunned by the finish product.

What is a water feature?

At first you might think that is a simple question that could easily be answered in a few words.

But my hope is that after reading this you will have a new appreciation of the REAL question and the answer.
You see, a water feature is according to Wikipedia: a water feature is one or more items from a range of fountains, pools, ponds, cascades, waterfalls, and streams..... but to us it is really much more.