<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Wishing Well]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southern Oregon's Waterscape Boutique]]></description><link>https://www.wishingwellgoods.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:31:29 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.wishingwellgoods.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[What Size Pump Does My Pond Need?]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the most common mistakes pond owners make is choosing a pump based only on the size of the pond. In reality, there are a few different factors that determine the right pump for your setup. A properly sized pump keeps water circulating, improves oxygen levels, supports biological filtration, and helps maintain better overall water quality. Too small of a pump can lead to stagnant water and poor filtration. Too large of a pump can create unnecessary energy use and excessive flow. Here’s...]]></description><link>https://www.wishingwellgoods.com/post/what-size-pump-does-my-pond-need</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a150bc63a2a320e22f4a876</guid><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 03:02:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f1271b_3e6f4acf64724482886439a50f880c46~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Matthew Trost</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why a Little Pond Algae Isn’t a Bad Thing.]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the most common concerns pond owners have in spring and early summer is algae. The water starts turning green, string algae shows up on the rocks, and suddenly, people think something is wrong with their pond. But the truth is, a small amount of algae is completely normal. In fact, a little algae is often a sign that your pond ecosystem is alive and functioning the way it should. A pond isn’t meant to act like a swimming pool. It’s a living environment filled with fish, plants,...]]></description><link>https://www.wishingwellgoods.com/post/why-a-little-pond-algae-isn-t-a-bad-thing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a10afce0ac12a65423b626e</guid><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 19:34:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f1271b_e984198bc6884322ac25e9beb80c20e8~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Matthew Trost</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Often Should I Feed My Koi?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Feeding koi is one of the best parts of owning a pond. The fish recognize you, swim right up to the edge, and before long, feeding time becomes part of your daily routine. But one of the most common questions we hear at Wishing Well is: “How often should I feed my koi?” The short answer?Usually, once or twice a day during the warmer months when water temperatures stay above 55°F. Koi are opportunistic eaters, which basically means they’ll almost always act hungry. If they see you near the...]]></description><link>https://www.wishingwellgoods.com/post/how-often-should-i-feed-my-koi</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a10a1e6a2438924d10d2298</guid><pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2023 18:38:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_1f3f10c15c57423a90ee754e235f290e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dennis Trost</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Koi Variety Guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trying to keep all of the varieties and variations of koi straight can be enough to make your head spin. Use this Koi Variety Guide to identify your favorite varieties or learn a little more about each . Kohaku Kokaku, the oldest and most well-known variety of koi, has a solid white base with patterns of red overlaid on top of the white. Top quality Kohaku display a bright, blemish-free white combined with deep, vibrant red tones. The even distribution of the pattern along the body is also...]]></description><link>https://www.wishingwellgoods.com/post/koi-variety-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a10b11dace98b70c0b2b506</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2023 21:31:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f1271b_36aaa892f7f849c08d486c35610b7729~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_201,h_233,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dennis Trost</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>