Koi Pond Guide: Ideas & Tips for Building Your Dream Pond

A koi pond can be an excellent addition to any landscape. There is nothing more relaxing than sitting back, listening to the bubbling water, and watching your koi fish gracefully swim along.

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This guide will help give you the knowledge needed to create and maintain your own pond. But, first, let’s give you some ideas if you don’t know exactly what type of koi pond you want to build.

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Koi Pond Ideas

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Formal Pond Ideas

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Above Ground Koi Ponds

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Natural Looking Koi Ponds

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