by DianneSalerni | Aug 22, 2011 | fish, pond
Can anyone identify this species of fish? About three years ago, approximately 2 dozen of these fish appeared suddenly in our pond. They were about ½ inch long when we first spotted them, and in the past 3 years, they’ve grown to 7-9 inches. Before anyone asks, our...
by Dianne Salerni | Mar 21, 2011 | home, pond, writing
Yesterday was the first day of Spring. In Pennsylvania, at least, we had a fairly decent day: sunny, and warm enough for a sweatshirt without a coat, but not short sleeves. This is the state of my back yard. It brings to mind several thoughts, which I can categorize...
by DianneSalerni | Sep 8, 2010 | pond
This spring, on an impulse visit to a nearby nursery, I bought a rather pretty plant for my upper pond. It was a water hyacinth, which floats on the water, has interesting succulent leaves, and a beautiful blue flower. If I had bothered to check my book Wicked Plants...
by DianneSalerni | Jun 22, 2010 | fish, home, pond, writing
Where do you go to de-stress? Find inspiration? Reflect and brainstorm and relax? For me, it’s my own backyard.The pond was not functional when we bought the house. There was a place for a waterfall, but there was no circulation. The pond was ankle deep in sludge that...
