Caring for Koi: Tips for Healthy, Happy Fish

Koi are more than just beautiful additions to your pond — they’re living animals that thrive with proper care. Here’s how to keep your koi healthy:

Maintain water quality: Use test kits to monitor pH, ammonia, and nitrate levels.
Feed a high-quality diet: Choose seasonal koi food and avoid overfeeding.
Provide plenty of oxygen: Add aeration with a waterfall, fountain, or air pump.
Watch for signs of illness: Look out for sluggish behavior, spots, or torn fins.
Protect from predators: Netting and deep water areas help safeguard your fish.

With the right environment and attention, koi can live for decades and become beloved backyard companions.

About us

Born from a love of the outdoors and a passion for peaceful spaces, Western Carolina Waterscapes has been handcrafting custom ponds and landscapes since 1998. We’re a small, family-run team that works closely with each client—from initial design to final stone—bringing beauty, serenity, and function to every project. Whether it’s a stone being selected by hand from our private quarry to selecting the perfect food for your koi, you can rest assured knowing our work is rooted in quality craftsmanship and locally sourced materials. As authorized dealers of trusted pond supplies and koi food, we proudly deliver artistry that lasts.

Serving Homeowners and Businesses Across Western North Carolina

Based in South Asheville, we proudly serve customers throughout Buncombe and Henderson counties — including:

Fairview

Fletcher

Arden

Hendersonville

Black Mountain

Candler

Biltmore Forest

Mills River

Swannanoa

Weaverville

and beyond

Not sure if you’re in our service area? Contact us — we’d love to hear about your project!

Caring for Koi: Tips for Healthy, Happy Fish

About us

Serving Homeowners and Businesses Across Western North Carolina

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