Stock tank pond ideas

Hi, I'm thinking of sinking a 500 gallon Freeland poly turf stock tank into my yard for a pond. I'd like it to look like it's part of the landscape and not...

Discover the pros and cons of stock tank pools. Learn if they're the perfect backyard addition for your summer relaxation!

One of the questions we get asked the most on our Instagram account is-”Where can I buy a stock tank?” And I get it, if you aren't a farmer, or this idea is new to you, you have NO IDEA where they come from. So we figured we'd write a post all about it to help you find one where you live. Because it

This is the tale of two ponds. I bought the second stock tank, the larger one, in January after we had moved to this rental. It holds 160 gallons. The smaller (below) holds 100 gallons. I keep a variety of small fish in these to eat the inevitable mosquito larvae. In the winter, the northern native rosie minnow does just fine. In the summer, and in the south, the mosquito fish become gambusias. If I'm clever, I will get an indoor tank and twice a year swap out the fish as the climate…

I'm consciously unponding -- getting rid of the stock-tank pond -- and people are freaking out, friends, family members, and readers alike.

September 17, 2011 The approach of autumn is a hopeful time for the central Texas gardener. It means we’ve survived another long, hot summer and can enjoy being outdoors again. It means time for the rains to return to revitalize … Read More

OK, here we go, folks. We've started putting our new pond together, and, as we go along, I'll take photos and post them here. We'...

Learn how to make your own lily pond using a stock tank. Lily ponds are their own beautiful self-contained little ecosystem and they make a great addition to your yard or garden.

Discover 20 charming and cheap mini garden ideas for your backyard. Follow these easy to make DIY projects today.

So I have always wanted a goldfish pond, but because I used to move a lot I never bothered. I don’t plan on moving for a while so I decided last year to...