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🇯🇵 OCTOBER HARVEST SEASON IS ALMOST HERE… And one 🇯🇵 OCTOBER HARVEST SEASON IS ALMOST HERE…
And one of the moments I’ve been waiting for all year is finally getting close — seeing how my Azukari koi at Taniguchi Koi Farm have developed.
For those unfamiliar with Azukari, these koi remain in Japan under the breeder’s care, spending another growing season in the mud ponds with the goal of continuing their development.
These koi will now be 3 years old… and the question I REALLY want answered is:
📏 HOW BIG ARE THEY NOW?!
But before harvest, I want YOUR prediction.
👇 COMMENT ONE NUMBER — your exact size prediction in CM.
No ranges. No changing your answer after harvest. 😏
68cm? 72cm? 76cm? 80cm+?!
I’m coming back to these comments when the koi are harvested to see WHO GOT CLOSEST. 🎯
If you know Taniguchi koi, study the body and make your call…
🏆 Closest prediction gets pinned and crowned the official koi-sizing expert of the comments.
DROP YOUR NUMBER BELOW 👇👇👇
Then save this Reel so you can come back in October and see how good your prediction really was. 🇯🇵🐟
#Azukari #JapaneseKoi #KoiHarvest #TaniguchiKoiFarm #KoiKeeping
Two years ago, we bid this pondless waterfall in H Two years ago, we bid this pondless waterfall in Highlands Ranch.
They went with the cheapest bid.
Three builders later… it still wasn’t right.
After multiple failed attempts, Art of the Yard was finally brought in to completely rebuild the feature—and this time, it was built the way it should have been from the beginning.
Proper construction. Proper materials. Proper craftsmanship. A natural-looking waterfall designed to perform and built to last.
Sometimes the cheapest bid ends up being the most expensive option.
Do it once. Do it right.
Art of the Yard | Highlands Ranch, Colorado
#ArtOfTheYard #HighlandsRanch #PondlessWaterfall #WaterFeature #WaterfallRebuild
From an existing pond to a completely transformed From an existing pond to a completely transformed backyard centerpiece.
This koi pond rebuild in Golden, Colorado features three separate waterfalls, each designed to create its own movement, sound, and character while flowing together as one natural-looking feature.
A rebuild isn’t just about making a pond look better—it’s about improving how it functions while creating a feature that feels like it has always belonged in the landscape.
Beautiful koi. Three waterfalls. One incredible transformation.
#ArtOfTheYard #KoiPond #PondRebuild #GoldenColorado #Waterfall
This is what outdoor living is all about. A beauti This is what outdoor living is all about.
A beautiful pondless waterfall brings the sound and movement of water, a custom paver patio creates the perfect gathering space, and a fire pit adds warmth for those cool Colorado evenings.
Water, fire, and stone all working together to create an outdoor space that feels like an escape without ever leaving home.
#OutdoorLiving #PondlessWaterfall #PaverPatio #FirePit #LandscapeDesign
There’s something different about fire and water a There’s something different about fire and water at sunset.
As the sun drops, this custom fire and water feature completely transforms—moving water, glowing fire, and natural stone coming together to create a one-of-a-kind focal point.
This is outdoor living after dark.
Custom designed. Custom built. Built to stand out.
#ArtOfTheYard #FireAndWater #CustomWaterFeature #OutdoorLiving
It’s time for the Rocky Mountain Koi Show! Come ou It’s time for the Rocky Mountain Koi Show!
Come out this weekend to the Douglas County Fairgrounds and experience some of the most incredible koi in the region. Whether you’re a longtime koi keeper, just getting into the hobby, or simply want to see what the koi world is all about, this is the weekend to do it.
Koi, vendors, aquatic displays, bonsai, education, and plenty of people who share a passion for the hobby.
Friday, September 4: 1 PM–5 PM
Saturday, September 5: 9 AM–5 PM
Sunday, September 6: 9 AM–1 PM
FREE ADMISSION!
Come support the Rocky Mountain koi community and see some amazing fish. We’ll see you at the show!
#RockyMountainKoiShow #KoiShow #Koi #KoiPond #KoiKeeping Nishikigoi ColoradoKoi PondLife
The Rocky Mountain Koi Show & Aquatic Expo is THIS The Rocky Mountain Koi Show & Aquatic Expo is THIS WEEKEND!
Join us Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at the Douglas County Fairgrounds for a full weekend celebrating koi, ponds, and the aquatic hobby.
Come see incredible show-quality koi, meet fellow koi keepers and industry professionals, check out vendors, and experience everything the Rocky Mountain koi community has to offer.
FREE ADMISSION FOR EVERYONE!
Friday, September 4 | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Saturday, September 5 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday, September 6 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Douglas County Fairgrounds
Whether you’ve been keeping koi for years or you’re just getting interested in the hobby, this is a great opportunity to see some incredible fish up close, learn more, and connect with the koi community.
Come spend Labor Day weekend with us at the Rocky Mountain Koi Show & Aquatic Expo!
10 Years Later—and This Dedicated Koi Pond Keeps G 10 Years Later—and This Dedicated Koi Pond Keeps Getting Better.
We installed this dedicated koi pond 10 years ago, and while a properly built pond is designed to last, filtration technology continues to evolve.
We recently upgraded this system with an OASE ProfiClear drum filter combined with a bog filtration system, giving this pond a powerful combination of mechanical and biological filtration.
The ProfiClear removes fine suspended waste before it has a chance to break down in the pond, while the bog provides additional biological filtration and nutrient uptake.
This is what we believe a dedicated koi pond should be: designed around the health of the koi, built for long-term performance, and capable of being upgraded as better filtration technology becomes available.
Build the pond right. Keep improving the system. Give the koi the environment they deserve.
#KoiPond #DedicatedKoiPond #KoiKeeping #KoiPondFiltration #ProfiClear
The Rocky Mountain Koi Show & Aquatic Expo is THIS The Rocky Mountain Koi Show & Aquatic Expo is THIS WEEKEND!
Join us Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at the Douglas County Fairgrounds for a full weekend celebrating koi, ponds, and the aquatic hobby.
Come see incredible show-quality koi, meet fellow koi keepers and industry professionals, check out vendors, and experience everything the Rocky Mountain koi community has to offer.
FREE ADMISSION FOR EVERYONE!
Friday, September 4 | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Saturday, September 5 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday, September 6 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Douglas County Fairgrounds
Whether you’ve been keeping koi for years or you’re just getting interested in the hobby, this is a great opportunity to see some incredible fish up close, learn more, and connect with the koi community.
Come spend Labor Day weekend with us at the Rocky Mountain Koi Show & Aquatic Expo!
We didn’t build it—but we’ll make sure it keeps lo We didn’t build it—but we’ll make sure it keeps looking and running its best.

At Art of the Yard, our maintenance services aren’t limited to water features we installed. Whether it’s one of our builds or someone else’s, our team can provide the ongoing care needed to keep your feature clean, functioning properly, and looking great.

This rock fountain was due for some attention, so we got to work scrubbing away buildup and giving it the maintenance it needed.

Already have a pond, waterfall, or fountain that needs some professional care? Art of the Yard can help.

#ArtOfTheYard #WaterFeatureMaintenance #PondMaintenance #FountainMaintenance
There’s something about a pond at sunset that neve There’s something about a pond at sunset that never gets old.
The sun drops behind the horizon, the landscape lights start to glow, and the entire pond takes on a completely different personality.
The waterfalls, the reflections, the koi moving through the light—it’s easily my favorite time of day to slow down and enjoy the pond.
This is what outdoor living is all about.#artoftheyard #koipond #waterfeaturedesign
Imagine being out for your morning run through Cas Imagine being out for your morning run through Castle Pines Village… and suddenly, you’re stopped in your tracks.
The sound of rushing water, massive natural stone, and a pondless waterfall that looks like it has always belonged in the landscape.
This is what a water feature should do—make you stop, look, and experience the space.
A pretty impressive way to start the morning.
Built by Art of the Yard.
This is exactly where I want to enjoy my morning c This is exactly where I want to enjoy my morning coffee.

A comfortable patio, a couple of chairs, and the sound of a waterfall just a few feet away. This is what outdoor living should feel like—a place that makes you slow down, sit a little longer, and actually enjoy your backyard.

When a water feature is designed into the landscape the right way, it doesn’t just look good—it completely changes how you use the space.

I’ll take my coffee right here.
From the smallest details to the biggest impact. F From the smallest details to the biggest impact.
From this yarrow in full bloom to the massive pondless waterfall behind it, every part of this project was designed to create a front entrance that feels alive, natural, and unforgettable.
This feature is a complete transformation from what was here before. We removed the old water feature and rebuilt it from the ground up, creating a massive natural pondless waterfall that brings movement, sound, and beauty to the entrance.
A community like Castle Pines deserves more than just an entrance—it deserves a focal point that makes a statement every time you drive by.
Built to look like it has always belonged there.
Art of the Yard #artoftheyard #pondlesswaterfall #castlepinescolorado
A pond doesn’t just add beauty to a property—it br A pond doesn’t just add beauty to a property—it brings it to life.
Birds stop for a drink and a bath. Dragonflies dance across the water. Bees and butterflies move from bloom to bloom. Frogs, beneficial insects, and other wildlife begin to make themselves at home.
Then there are the plants—waterlilies, lotus, iris, grasses, marginals, and countless other aquatic varieties that add color, texture, shade, and habitat throughout the seasons.
A properly designed pond becomes its own living ecosystem.
Create the right environment, provide clean water, healthy plants, shelter, and balance—and nature will do the rest.
If you create the environment, life will thrive.
That’s the real beauty of adding water to the landscape. It’s not just something you look at. It’s something that becomes alive.
One year later, we’re back in New Jersey at the in One year later, we’re back in New Jersey at the incredible Gary Vee koi pond build!
Last year, Art of the Yard had the opportunity to be part of this massive project alongside Atlantic Water Gardens and some of the most talented pond and water feature contractors from across the country.
This wasn’t just about building a pond—it was about bringing together different builders, techniques, and decades of experience to create something truly unique.
Now we’re coming back to see how the pond has matured, check out the landscaping and koi, and take another look at the details that went into making this project happen.
There’s nothing better than returning to a build a year later and seeing how it has become part of the property.
Subscribe to Art of the Yard for more dedicated koi ponds, natural water features, rebuilds, and behind-the-scenes looks at some of the biggest projects we get to be a part of.
#GaryVee #KoiPond #PondBuild #Koi #WaterFeatures ArtOfTheYard
Art of the Yard is headed to Koi Fest 2026! We’re Art of the Yard is headed to Koi Fest 2026!
We’re excited to spend the weekend surrounded by incredible koi, great people, and some of the best in the industry. But one of the things we’re looking forward to most is getting back to see the massive koi pond we helped build last year for Gary Vee.
This was an unforgettable project that brought together an incredible group of pond builders, designers, and industry professionals—and seeing how the pond has matured over the past year is going to be awesome.
Koi Fest 2026, here we come! Stay tuned—we’ll be sharing plenty of koi, behind-the-scenes action, and a look at how Gary Vee’s pond is doing one year later.
#KoiFest2026 #ArtOfTheYard #GaryVee #KoiPond #Koi PondBuilder
Why don’t you have a recreational swim pond yet? F Why don’t you have a recreational swim pond yet?
Forget the traditional swimming pool. A recreational swim pond gives you a place to swim, relax, cool off, and enjoy the beauty of a natural water feature—all in your own backyard.
Natural stone. Crystal-clear water. Waterfalls. Aquatic plants. And a design that actually looks like it belongs in your landscape.
It’s not just a place to swim. It’s a backyard experience you can enjoy whether you’re in the water or sitting beside it.
So the real question is… why don’t you have one yet?
#RecreationalPond #SwimPond #NaturalSwimmingPool #BackyardOasis #WaterFeature
Some landscapes look good during the day. The grea Some landscapes look good during the day. The great ones come alive at night.
This large pondless stream and waterfall completely transforms the yard after sunset. The movement of the water, the sound of the falls, and carefully placed night lighting turn the entire feature into a living piece of art.
It’s not just a water feature—it’s what sets the whole yard apart.
#ArtOfTheYard #PondlessWaterfall #WaterFeature #LandscapeLighting #ᴏᴜᴛᴅᴏᴏʀʟɪᴠɪɴɢ
A few minutes every morning can make a big differe A few minutes every morning can make a big difference in the health of your pond and koi.
A simple visual inspection should be part of every pond owner’s daily routine. Check your skimmers for debris, confirm the water level is where it should be, watch your water flow for any changes, and most importantly, observe your koi.
Changes in swimming behavior, appetite, breathing, or appearance can be early signs that something isn’t right. The same goes for changes in water level or flow—catching a small issue early can prevent it from becoming a much bigger problem.
Know what “normal” looks like for your pond. When you check it every day, you’ll recognize when something changes.
#KoiPond #KoiKeeping #PondMaintenance #KoiHealth #PondCare
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