Category Archives: Green


Preventing Algae Growth with Barley

Posted on June 3, 2011 by romero

Did you know? Barley is a natural way to control algae and there are different forms of barley: barley bales barley pellets What they do: once in the water they start to release barley extract which is the key ingredient … Continue reading →

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Water Features for Small Budgets & Small Spaces

Posted on April 30, 2011 by romero

Lack of money or space does not mean you can’t bring the benefits and beauty of moving water into your environment.  Jason Romero, Store Manager, talks about the many options available to you for budget and space conscious customers. Interview … Continue reading →

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The Ultimate Sustainable Water Pond System

Posted on March 25, 2011 by romero

What’s wrong with this picture:
a water fountain in the desert during a drought?

Absolutely nothing if a RainXchange system lies beneath it! We’re talking about a system that collects rain water, recycles it, filters it, adds oxygen, and gives it back for irrigation, water features, and many other uses. This system can be circulated through a living pond and this captured water becomes a premium fertilizer for your lawn or garden. Amazingly, 1 inch of rainfall on a 2,000 sq. ft. roof yields 1,250 gallons of water. Continue reading →

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