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Good Morning! đ Spring is here and the Koi are loving it! Your pond has been cleaned for the season and the Waterfall is flowing đŚ My Pond Tip today touches every aspect of your Water Garden from water clarity to fish health! And it also has a built in insurance policy for your âFinned Friendsâ…
Q : Does your pond have an Aeration System?
Many of my clients have an aeration system in their Pond as well as a pump and Waterfall. Why? The Aeration System helps to oxygenate and circulate the water! And its cheap insurance! As itâs very unlikely that the pump and the aeration system would fail at the same time leaving your pond and your Fish with no circulation!

Whether you take care of your own Pond Maintenance or one of our Maintenance Technicians takes care of your Pond for you, itâs important to have a plan and to be ready âJust in caseâ⌠I have a complete maintenance service available to help you with your Pond and we stock pumps and aeration systems at our Nursery and Garden Center. Simply call 731-424-2206 for assistance. We stock most pumps and aeration systems and will get you fixed right up!

I hope this little âPond Tipâ helps đ
Its Spring Time in Tennessee!
Happy Pondering!Â
Mark Carter
Carterâs Nursery, Pond & Patio
2846 Old Medina Rd.
Jackson, Tn. 38305
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Itâs Summertime and the livinâ is easy đ Your Koi are happy and your Pond is a magical thing! â¤ď¸ Ahhh, the soothing sights & sounds⌠BUT, what if it quits running? What if your Pond Pump Stops… Believe me when I tell you – itâs NEVER at an opportune moment! No indeed! Youâre either out of town, or itâs scorching HOT and your fish are gasping for air… Your Pond Pump Never goes out at an opportune moment!

Your Pump is the heart of your Pond! When it stops running, itâs important to have a backup plan! Many people keep a small pump that can be placed in shallow water to âflash the surfaceâ, this will help to keep oxygen in the water while you get a replacement Pond Pump to power your Waterfall.

Many of my clients also have an aeration system in their Pond. This helps to oxygenate the water and itâs unlikely that the pump and the aeration system will fail at the same time. I recommend powering them on separate circuits in case of GFCI interruptions.

Whether you take care of your own Pond Maintenance or one of our Maintenance Technicians takes care of your Pond, itâs important to have a plan and to be ready âJust in caseâ… I have a complete maintenance service available to help you and your Pond and we stock pumps and aeration systems at our Nursery and Garden Center. Simply call 731-424-2206 for assistance. We stock most pumps and aeration systems and will get you fixed right up!
I hope this little bit of info on pumps and ponds was helpful! Like the old man says, âKnowing is half the battleâ!
Happy Pondering!
Mark Carter
Carterâs Nursery, Pond & Patio
2846 Old Medina Rd.
Jackson, Tn. 38305
Ph.# 731-424-2206
http://www.cartercountry.com
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Itâs August… Already! Wow! Top it off with another âPond Tip Tuesdayâ đÂ
I usually give tips for your Koi Pond, Water Garden, Garden Pond, etc… But, today I wanted to talk about Larger bodies of water! Farm Ponds, Lakes, Retention Ponds and the like. Did you know that we carry a full line of Water Treatments, Aquatic Weed Control & Aeration Systems for Ponds and Lakes? Including Floating Fountains and Night Lighting Systems đĽ
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We have many customers who have a Farm Pond, Lake or Retention Pond as well as a backyard Water Garden. I have been limited on the products that we carry to help with larger bodies of water like Lakes or Farm/Retention Ponds until now. By popular demand from our customers we are now carrying a complete line of Lake and Pond management Water Treatments & Sub-surface Aeration systems! These treatments are easy to apply and work great and the Aeration systems are high quality and install so easily.
Why Proactive care is the new standard in pond management
The old wayâŚ
For years, the accepted method of pond management was to wait for a problem, like an algae bloom or excessive aquatic weed growth and then âreact to itâ with a chemical application. Although this is effective at providing a quick fix, it does not address the actual problem. In many cases, this reactive approach is catching up with pond owners. Those that have been practicing this form of management are finding it more and more difficult to control unwanted weeds and algae. Chemicals are a great tool but not the complete toolbox.
Why is the old way outdated?
Over the years, each time you applied chemicals; weeds and algae were killed off and left to rot on the pondâs bottom. This is equivalent to adding fertilizer to your pond. When weeds and algae die, they immediately start to biodegrade. During this process, the dead organic matter is converted into rich organic muck. Although this would be great for a garden, it has a very negative effect on a pond. The nutrients found in this muck greatly contribute to future weed and algae problems.
The NEW wayâŚ
Thereâs a better way to prevent these nutrient buildups from occurring in your pond. We call it PROACTIVE Care involving these tools:
Sub-surface aeration: By aerating your pond from the bottom up, using AirmaxÂŽ Aeration Systems, youâll circulate incredible amounts of water, drastically increasing the dissolved oxygen levels in your water column, which in turn will allow for increased levels of beneficial bacteria to accumulate in your pond.
Bacteria augmentation: Naturally occurring beneficial bacteria begin to colonize in most natural ponds when water temperatures reach approximately 50 degrees Fahrenheit. During early stages of a pondâs life cycle this may be enough to maintain a healthy ecosystem although as a pond gets older, especially when chemical applications are needed, it is necessary to start thinking proactively to subsidize Mother Natureâs efforts.
The PROACTIVE Care solution? Add Pond LogicÂŽ PondClear⢠and MuckAway⢠natural bacteria to radically increase your bacteria count. The billions of PondClear⢠specialized microbes will compete for the nutrients in your water column while the MuckAway⢠sinking pellets send billions of microbes to the bottom of your pond, working quickly to eliminate up to 5â of muck each season, as well as prevent future build up.
Pond Shading: Excessive sunlight can have a negative effect on water quality. Adding one of the Pond LogicÂŽ Pond Dyes will beautify your pond and provide a natural shade while improving water quality.
By exercising PROACTIVE Care (Sub-surface Aeration, Bacteria Augmentation and Pond Shading), youâll be aggressively addressing the root of the problem â excess nutrients and sunlight. Give PROACTIVE Care a try⌠you have nothing to lose â other than nutrients and muck! We GURANTEE you will be happier with the results!
Natural Bacteria Treatments
With the use of Natural Bacteria and/or Pond Dyes, you can get to the source of common pond problems; excessive nutrients in the water column and the muck at the bottom of the pond. By being proactive and providing microbial competition for the nutrients, you can make maintain a healthy pond for all, including the fish, to enjoy.
Chemical Treatments
Chemical Treatments are sometimes necessary as a management tool. The more mature a pond is, the more you have to deal with aquatic weeds and algae. They not only can be annoying, but they can choke the life out of any delicate ecosystem if proper action isnât taken.
Aquatic Weed Control
Successful aquatic weed control starts with proper identification. The more mature a pond is, the more you have to deal with aquatic weeds and algae. They not only can be annoying, but they can choke the life out of any delicate ecosystem if proper action isnât taken.
â Identify
Identification is the absolute key to success in controlling aquatic weeds and algae. Weâve had many cases when Chara, which is a form of algae, was mistaken for a pond weed. Many people confuse duckweed and watermeal with floating algae. Both look like floating mats on the pondâs surface, but they are treated very differently. If you are ever in doubt about the type(s) of aquatic weeds or algae you have present in your pond, donât hesitate to pick up the phone and call us at 731-424-2206. We are here for your support, and will help you to identify your weeds and give you a solution.
â Eradicate
Once weâve identified the aquatic weed(s) or algae itâs time to find a solution to get rid of the problem. Carters Nursery carries a wide array of chemicals for controlling your aquatic nuisance species.
â Enjoy
A pond that is clean, clear, and healthy is an excellent place to relax by, swim in, and fish. The whole family can get involved in learning about aquatic ecosystems in this great outdoor classroom. All it takes is to Identify, Eradicate & Enjoy.
Sub-surface Aeration
We have professional quality aeration systems specifically designed for ALL Lakes & Ponds! From shallow water ponds to larger, deeper water lakes we got you covered. Our powerful aeration systems are the quietest, most efficient & easiest to install available on the market period! You will notice the improvement in water quality almost immediately.
Water Garden Water Treatments
We still have the largest selection of Koi Pond & Water Garden Supplies available in the area. We proudly stock the best of the best in water treatments featuring a full line of Aquascape products!
Come on by the showroom and check out our displays or give us a call with your questions. Itâs time to get control of that problem Pond or Lake now! Call 731-424-2206.
Have a GREAT Day!Â
Mark Carter
Carterâs Nursery, Pond & Patio
2846 Old Medina Rd.
Jackson, Tn. 38305
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Itâs getting HOT folks! Saturday was a scorcher – 102 F. Heat factor… Whew đ Can you say âDog Daysâ are coming… What do you do when itâs too Hot to breathe? A/C!!!Â
A better question: What can you do in the Hot months to help your Koi survive & thrive?Â

As the temperatures rise, the Dissolved Oxygen in the water goes Down… How can you increase the D.O. In the warmer months? | Carters Nursery, Pond & Patio | Jackson, Tennessee
Waterfalls and streams help to increase the Dissolved Oxygen (D.O.) in your Pond.
In the Spring, Fall & Winter D.O. Is usually ample when you have a waterfall and aquatic plants, But, as the water temperature increases in the late Spring and as we enter Summer, the D.O. goes way down! That can cause serious problems for your Koi! Even death đ! What can you do to fix this?Â

Many of my clients have an aeration system in their Pond. This helps to increase the D.O. (Dissolved Oxygen) In the water! Itâs also a great safety for your fish as well, itâs very unlikely that the waterfall pump and the aeration system would fail at the same time, leaving your finned friends vulnerable. I recommend powering your aerator on a separate circuit as well, in case of GFCI interruptions. | Carters Nursery, Pond & Patio | Jackson, Tennessee
A good aeration system really increases the Dissolved Oxygen in your pond water! This means a healthy pond, clean water & healthy vigorous Koi!Â
A good aeration system is fairly inexpensive & simple to install as well.Â
This is my Pond Tip for the week and I hope it helps đ
Happy Pondering!Â
Mark Carter
Carterâs Nursery, Pond & Patio
2846 Old Medina Rd.
Jackson, Tn. 38305
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Having a Waterfall right outside your back door is a magical thing indeed! đ Ahhh, the soothing sights & sounds⌠BUT, when it quits running, itâs NEVER at an opportune moment! No indeed! Your either out of town, or itâs scorching HOT 𼾠and your fish are gasping for air, or itâs winter and your pond freezes solid⌠Your Pond Pump Never goes out at an opportune moment!

Your Waterfall serves many purposes. Itâs the central focal point of the Feature, but it also aerates the pond and circulates the water, VERY important for your aquatic life. If your Pond Pump is out, ALL of this stops⌠| Carters Nursery, Pond & Patio | Jackson, TN
Your Pump is the heart of your Pond! When it stops running, itâs important to have a backup plan! Many people keep a small pump that can be placed in shallow water to âflash the surfaceâ , this will help to keep oxygen in the water while you get a replacement Pond Pump to power your Waterfall.

Pond Pumps come in different shapes and sizes! Itâs a great idea to have a backup pump in case of an outage! It could save your sanity and youâre Koiâs life. | Carters Nursery, Pond & Patio | Jackson, Tennessee
Many of my clients also have an aeration system in their Pond. This helps to oxygenate the water and itâs unlikely that the pump and the aeration system will fail at the same time. I recommend powering them on separate circuits in case of GFCI interruptions.

Having an Aeration System on your Pond is a great way to maintain oxygen levels for your finned friends. Plug your system into a different outlet & circuit than your pump for even more assurance. We have systems for Ponds large and small at Carters Nursery, Pond & Patio.
– Many of my clients take care of their own pumps and maintenance, which is Great! But even more simply call me to take care of their needs. I have a complete maintenance service available to help you and your Pond. Simply call 731-424-2206 for assistance. We stock most pumps and aeration systems and will get you fixed up in a jiffy!
I hope this little bit of info on pumps and ponds was helpful! Like the old man says, âKnowing is half the battleâ!Â
Happy Pondering! đ¤
Mark Carter
Carterâs Nursery, Pond & Patio
2846 Old Medina Rd.
Jackson, Tn. 38305
Ph.# 731-424-2206
http://www.cartercountry.com
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Having a Waterfall right outside your back door is a magical thing indeed! đ Ahhh the southing sights & sounds… BUT, when it quits running, itâs NEVER at an opportune moment! No indeed! Your either out of town, or itâs scorching HOT đĽľÂ and your fish are gasping for air, or itâs winter and your pond freezes solid… Your Pond Pump Never goes out at an opportune moment!

Your Waterfall serves many purposes. Itâs the central focal point of the Feature, but it also aerates the pond and circulates the water, VERY important for your aquatic life. If your Pond Pump is out, ALL of this stops…
Your Pump is the heart of your Pond! When it stops running, itâs important to have a backup plan! Many people keep a small pump that can be placed in shallow water to âflash the surfaceâ , this will help to keep oxygen in the water while you get a replacement Pond Pump to power your Waterfall.

Pond Pumps come in different shapes and sizes! Itâs a great idea to have a backup pump in case of an outage! It could save your sanity and youâre Koiâs life. | Carters Nursery, Pond & Patio | Jackson, Tennessee
Many of my clients also have an aeration system in their Pond. This helps to oxygenate the water and itâs unlikely that the pump and the aeration system will fail at the same time. I recommend powering them on separate circuits in case of GFCI interruptions.

Having an Aeration System on your Pond is a great way to maintain oxygen levels for your finned friends. Plug your system into a different outlet & circuit than your pump for even more assurance.
– Many of my clients take care of their own pumps and maintenance, which is Great! But even more simply call me to take care of their problems. I have a 24/7 maintenance service available to help you and your Pond. Simply call 731-424-2206 for assistance. We stock most pumps and aeration systems and get you fixed up in a jiffy!
I hope this little bit of info on pumps and ponds was helpful!
Happy Pondering! đ¤
Mark Carter
Carterâs Nursery, Pond & Patio
2846 Old Medina Rd.
Jackson, Tn. 38305
Ph.# 731-424-2206
http://www.cartercountry.com
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Great show today with Dan Reaves & Sea Bass –Â the ‘180 Crewâ! 1 word – FUN! Today was a laugh riot! đ Best callers of ANY show around!
The segment started with 2 special guests from USJ – Head Master Stew Hirstein & Senior Student Bailey Norris. They were talking about all the great stuff happening at USJ. Leadership for the future, Strategic planning, Remodeling to update everything to “State of the Art” status! The future looks bright at USJ (University School of Jackson)!

The athletic program at University School of Jackson is a member of TSSAAâs Division II, one of the strongest in the state of Tennessee. USJâs Middle and Upper Schools currently field 37 teams in 13 different sports. USJ has won State Championships in girlsâ soccer, girlsâ softball, boysâ baseball, and boysâ tennis. Each year, USJ teams are well represented in regional and state tournament play. Our sports complex and athletic facilities are among the finest in the state.
After their interview we got into some great calls and texts!
- Next Saturday is our last Summer Seminar of the season. Well, it’s all about staying Cool on a HOT Summer Day… AND – “Container Water Gardening is Cool on the Hottest Day! “Everyone wants a Water Garden”! Many are choosing a Container Water Feature for their home. These are easy to create, Very inexpensive and will fit in most any area. A Container Water Garden will Transform any outdoor space, a patio, deck AND even a room inside of the house with the sound of water! We will look at several different types of Aquatic Containers that you can use, LOTS of beautiful Aquatic Plants, Fountains and even small fish that you can keep in your Container Water Garden.AND we will put one together so you can see how easily it’s done!
When: Saturday, August 18th. from 9am. till 11pm.
Where: Carters Nursery, Pond & Patio 2846 Old Medina Rd. Jackson, Tn. 38305
Please call to register. This class is FREE! Feel free to bring a friend. For more information or to register call Jo or Sandra @ 731-424-2206 or e-mail at cartercountry@charter.net . - Yes, it is HOT right now, BUT, it’s about time to start sowing late season veggies like (Carrots, Cauliflower, Lettuce, several greens,etc. AND it’s almost time to start seeding late season Fescue in our lawns.
- Can I trim my Crepe Myrtles? You can limb them up or lightly trim, but don’t do any major surgery right now.
- Can I fertilize my shrubs? Be careful! Fall is right around the corner. Any new growth we stimulate needs adequate time to fully harden off before frost and freeze.
- Whats good for green water in a Koi Pond. I try to stay organic… Beneficial bacteria and enzymes help. Getting the right balance of plants and fish is a game changer too! It’s ALL about balance, filtration & aeration!
I’ve got a busy afternoon ahead of me! Followed by a beautiful Weekend! I hope you all have a great one! đ
Happy Pondering!

I’m on with the 180 Crew – Dan Reaves & Sea Bass- every Friday from 9-11am Call in with ALL your gardening and Outdoor Lifestyle questions at 731-423-8101.
OR you can TEXT us at 731-277-5155. Listen LIVE at 101.5 WNWS – FM Talk Radio – on your smart phone using your TuneIn app.!
Mark Carter
Carterâs Nursery, Pond & Patio
2846 Old Medina Rd.
Jackson, Tn. 38305
Ph# 731-424-2206
http://www.cartercountry.com
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I had a customer come in to the Pond Shop yesterday needing help. He has had a Pond for several years now and is ready to make it lower in maintenance. He wants to put a skimmer on his Pond! He is a DIY guy and wants to install it himself and he wants to do it right. BUT, he has fish… Several are pretty good sized Koi and he is worried that the Pond Skimmer could be a problem… His #1 question was – “Will my Koi get trapped in my Skimmer Filter”?

One of the first things you need to do when choosing a Skimmer Filter for your Pond is to find out what size Skimmer you need.
The first thing I told him while answering his question was NOT to worry about the fish. It’s overwhelmingly NOT a problem. I showed him around the Ponds here at the Nursery & once he saw the simple operation of the system and how healthy & happy my Koi are he was a believer.
Then I asked him a few questions to figure out what type and size Skimmer would be best for his application.
- I found out that he has a fairly large Pond/Water Garden, 3′ deep, with quite a few fish.
- He has over 2,500 gallons of water in his system.
- He has a fairly powerful pump – around 7,000 GPH (gallons per hour). The water from that pump splits and goes to 2 different Waterfalls.
- His Pond has No bottom aeration.
- We sketched out the pond from a couple of photos that he had on his phone and were able to quickly figure out what he needed.
He installed this Pond himself. It’s basically round in shape with 2 different Waterfalls. The pond is 3′ in depth & the upper shelf is approximately 1 to 1 1/2′ in depth. There is no stone in the pond and no gravel on the bottom… Which after he saw how we do it is about to change đ Seeing is Believing!
Not only did he need a Skimmer Filter, he needed a Plumbing upgrade! He had a mis-mash of plumbing pieces going to 2 waterfalls from a submerged pump in the bottom of the pond. So we specified 2″ flex PVC Plumbing AND we added a Check valve in there to make it easy for future maintenance. We also decided to install a 2 stone aeration system.

So easy to install! A simple Aeration System will make your pond healthier, your fish happier & will help with much needed dissolved oxygen for your finned pets.
And we specified a Top of the line Skimmer, with an adjustable faceplate,  a rigid debris basket and a removable weir (just in case his fish need some time to adjust to the new Skimmer).

This is the Cadillac of Pond Skimmers! With an adjustable faceplate, removable weir & rigid debris basket, the Signature Series 1000 Pond Skimmer by Aquascape Inc. has got you covered! | We are Master Certified Aquascape Contractors! | Carters Nursery, Pond & Patio | Jackson, Tennessee.

Here’s a side view of his new Skimmer! When this is properly installed it will be virtually invisible & do most of the work throughout the year!

The Skimmer we chose has LOTS of room inside the basket, an adjustable faceplate, a removable weir and is a great choice if you have Koi. |Â Carters Nursery, Pond & Patio | Jackson, Tennessee.
He left âCarter Countryâ a Happy Customer!đ He purchased the Skimmer, plumbing, fittings & Aeration System plus 10 bags of gravel and set off to install his new Skimmer đ He has promised to send me an after picture and a report on his installation. I will share it with y’all too. It makes me smile when I talk to a fellow Pond Enthusiast that is excited about the hobby and his Pond!
PS: IF you ever have a problem with Koi getting trapped in the skimmer (its only happened a few times in 30 years) – give me a call and I will help walk you through the “training process”. It’s really as simple as checking daily and shooing them out, they will get the point. It’s also a great idea to remove the weir flap from the skimmer faceplate until the new wears off for the fish IF your having issues.
Happy Pondering!
Mark Carter
Carterâs Nursery, Pond & Patio
2846 Old Medina Rd.
Jackson, Tn. 38305
Ph# 731-424-2206
http://www.cartercountry.com