With the holiday season quickly approaching, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about meaningful gifts for the people you care about. If you have a friend or family member who owns a pond, we’ve got the perfect gift ideas for them. Whether they’re passionate about keeping their pond clean, love the look of a thriving water feature, or simply enjoy spending time outdoors, our selection of pond-related gifts is sure to make them smile. These thoughtful and practical gifts will not only show them how much you appreciate them but will also help them enjoy their pond even more throughout the year.

Koi/Small Pond Owners

Do you have a friend or family member who takes pride in their small pond or loves caring for their koi? Finding the right gift for them can be tricky, but we’ve got you covered. From pond care essentials to unique decorative touches, these thoughtful ideas are sure to make their pond shine and bring them joy all year long.

Feed Their Fish the Best

For koi enthusiasts, high-quality food makes all the difference. The Pond Pro Premium Floating Koi Food (3 mm) options are perfect for smaller koi, providing balanced nutrition for healthy growth and vibrant colour. For larger fish, the 5 mm formula delivers the same premium nutrition in a size that is easier for them to enjoy. No matter the pond size, these feeds are a thoughtful and practical gift that koi owners will appreciate every day.

Both the 3 mm and 5 mm formulas come in 1 kg, 2.5 kg, 5 kg and 10 kg pails, with a 15% discount for orders of two pails or more. Take advantage of this deal and buy in bulk! With guaranteed freshness this food is sure to be a hit!

Keep Their Pond Healthy and Clear

Help your loved ones keep their pond in top condition with reliable aeration and maintenance tools. The Can-Air Koi Pond Aeration System improves oxygen levels, supporting both fish health and water quality. For an extra performance boost, the Can-Air Koi Pond HiBlow Upgrade offers efficiency and reliability!

Pair the aeration with the Small Pond Maintenance Kits for a complete care solution, perfect for keeping smaller ponds clean, balanced, and beautiful. The kits are sized according to pond volume, available in 1,000, 5,000, 10,000 and 50,000 US gallon options. Each kit includes enough product to treat that volume of water, along with a simple schedule for easy dosing and maintenance. If your pond shows signs of cloudiness or murkiness, we recommend the Pond Zinger add-on for enhanced water clarity and balance.

Add Beauty and Function to the Pond

For those who love adding visual flair to their pond, the Jebao PF Submersible Pond Pump with Fountain Attachments brings both elegance and aeration through customizable fountain displays. It’s a simple upgrade that transforms any small pond into a lively centrepiece. For extra charm and functionality, the Aquascape Faux Log Fish Cave makes a perfect addition, offering a fish-safe, natural-looking hideaway while enhancing the pond’s overall appearance.

Trout Owners

Know someone who raises trout or takes pride in their stocked pond? These thoughtful gift ideas are perfect for helping them keep their fish thriving and their pond looking picture-perfect. From premium fish food to water-enhancing dyes, these picks are sure to make any trout owner’s holiday season a little brighter.

Nourish Their Trout

Give the gift of healthy, happy fish! Our Pond Pro Trout Food (3 mm) is perfect for smaller trout, while the 5 mm formula caters to larger ones. Both options provide a high-quality, nutrient-rich diet designed to promote strong growth, brilliant colour, and overall vitality, something every throat owner will appreciate.

Protect Their Pond

Keep their pond clear, balanced, and safe for fish with these protective solutions. Not only does dye block sunlight, reducing unwanted algae and weed growth while giving the water a beautiful hue, it also helps hide your fish from being seen by bird predators. The Pro Blue Pond & Lake Dye adds a rich blue tone, giving the water a beautiful and appealing look. For those who prefer a bold, reflective look, the Pond Pro Pure Black Pond & Lake Dye creates a sleek, mirror-like surface that looks stunning.

For an extra layer of protection, the Blue Heron Decoy helps deter real herons from snatching fish, while adding a natural decorative touch to the pond. Together, these gifts help maintain a healthy ecosystem and a stunning outdoor centrepiece.

Medium Pond Owners

For friends and family with a medium-sized pond, these gifts make it easy to keep their water clear, healthy, and beautiful. From powerful bacteria treatments to aeration systems and decorative fountains, these products are both practical and thoughtful, helping pond owners enjoy a vibrant ecosystem all year round.

Clear & Healthy Water

Help them maintain a sparkling pond with beneficial bacteria and clarifiers. The NaturalClear Pond and NaturalClear Pond PLUS are perfect for medium ponds, improving water clarity and reducing organic buildup. For larger ponds or lakes, the NaturalClear Lake and NaturalClear Lake PLUS provide the same benefit on a grander scale.

If muck and sludge are a concern, the Muck Pellets, Muck Pellets PLUS, and Muck Pellets OxyFizz help break down organic debris, keeping the pond cleaner while supporting a healthy ecosystem. For algae control, the ProClear Algaecide (4 L) is a reliable solution to maintain clear, algae-free water.

Improve water quality and fish health with proper oxygenation. The SS Diffused Aeration System ensures efficient oxygen distribution, reducing stagnation and supporting a thriving pond environment. You may consider upgrading to a Mega Diffused Aeration System depending on the size and shape of your pond.

These products can be used in ponds of all shapes and sizes, not just medium. For information on how much product you should be using based on the size of your pond, use our Pond Pro Calculator.

Add Beauty & Movement

A decorative touch can transform a pond into a true centrepiece. Fountains like the Atlas-5000 and Atlas-6000 not only add visual appeal but also enhance aeration and circulation, helping maintain a balanced ecosystem. They make a gift that is both stunning and functional, perfect for medium to large-sized ponds, for owners who love spending time outdoors. Add a light kit so that you can show off your fountain at night.

We have a variety of fountains available in different horsepower. If you are having trouble determining which-sized fountain would best suit your pond, feel free to reach out to us at sales@pondpro.ca.

Large Pond/Lake Owners

For loved ones with larger ponds and lakes, these gifts help keep water healthy, aerated, and visually impressive. From high-capacity aeration systems to powerful fountains, these options make maintenance easier while turning their water feature into a true showpiece.

Maximize Aeration and Water Quality

Large ponds need efficient oxygenation to support fish, plants, and overall water health. The Mega Diffused Aeration System provides robust, deep-water aeration, reducing stagnation and improving water quality across expansive areas.

For targeted circulation, the 360 Oscillator with Circulator and Mount keeps water moving efficiently, blowing muck away from shorelines, uprooting weeds and preventing them from growing back. This creates a better swimming area for lakeside properties or large ponds. You can pick from a variety of mounts to suit your needs. We offer a dock mount, truss mount, post mount, and a free-standing mount if you do not have a dock.

Stunning Water Feature

Add a dramatic visual touch while supporting water movement with a high-powered fountain, such as the Kasco JF or VFX series. While our Atlas fountains look good in any size of pond, you may desire an even more powerful fountain with a larger display. The Kasco JF comes in sizes from ¾ HP to 7.5 HP, with everything in between and larger sizes available upon request. It comes with multiple interchangeable nozzles, with premium nozzles available for purchase. The Kasco VFX Aerating Floating fountains come in sizes from ½ to 5 HP, with all sizes in between and larger sizes available upon request. Light kits are available for these fountains, and are highly recommended if you want it to stand out at night.

Testing Equipment

Does your friend or family member have everything they need for pond maintenance? Take their pond care to the next level with testing equipment and kits that let them monitor their water quality right at home. These practical and high-precision tools make thoughtful gifts for any pond enthusiast who loves keeping their ecosystem balanced and healthy.

Measure Oxygen Levels with Confidence

Accurate dissolved oxygen (DO) readings are essential for maintaining a thriving pond. We recommend taking DO readings at various depths in your pond, including the surface, mid-depth, and bottom, to develop an oxygen profile. Testing time is also critical to ensure your readings are accurate; therefore, we recommend testing at around 5:00 am or right before sunrise. Your pond’s dissolved oxygen levels should always be above 2.0 mg/L, or 4.0 mg/L if you have fish.

The LaMotte Dissolved Oxygen Test Kit delivers reliable results in both freshwater and saltwater, perfect for ponds or aquariums. It measures dissolved oxygen across a 0-10 mg/L range with 0.2 mg/L sensitivity and includes enough reagents for up to 50 tests.

For those who prefer digital precision, the Milwaukee MW600 Oxygen Meter provides quick and accurate readings with a 0.0-19.0 mg/L range and 0.1 mg/L resolution. It’s easy to use, supports “open air” calibration, and can be paired with zero oxygen solutions and electrolyte refills.

Monitor pH and Nutrients with Ease!

Help your pond enthusiast keep their water chemistry in check with user-friendly digital tools. The Milwaukee Digital pH Pen offers a reliable 0-14 pH range, with a 0.1 accuracy, and is easy to maintain with available calibration and rinse packets.

For monitoring phosphate levels, a key factor in algae growth, the Milwaukee MW12 Digital Phosphate Tester provides fast, no-calibration results within a 0-2.5 mg/L range, including six tests. For professionals or dedicated pond owners, the Milwaukee Phosphate Professional Photometer delivers lab-quality precision, with 0.01 resolution and 0.04 mg/L accuracy at 1 mg/L. We also have extra reagents available for both these testers for long-term use. We also carry a LaMotte Professional-Grade Low Range Phosphate Test Kit, designed to detect low concentrations of phosphates in fresh and saltwater environments. It includes reagents and components to perform 50 tests.

External Water Features

No pond? No problem! Even if your loved one doesn’t have a full pond setup, there are plenty of beautiful ways to bring the relaxing sight and sounds of water into their space. These unique, easy-to-set-up features make wonderful gifts for anyone who loves nature, tranquillity, and a touch of outdoor elegance.

Mini Ponds

For small spaces like patios or balconies, the Aquagarden Mini Pond Kit in Mocha, or the same Mini Pond Kit in Steel Gray, makes the perfect holiday surprise, giving the receiver something to look forward to once the weather warms up. Each self-contained kit includes everything needed to create a miniature water garden; add plants, decorative stones, and a few floating accents for a serene outdoor or indoor water feature.

Elegant Water Displays

For a truly one-of-a-kind gift, the Small Curved Slacked Slate Wall Base offers a beautiful, natural stone look that instantly elevates any garden or patio. Pair it with the Ultra 2000 water pump, or equivalent (note the pump is not included with the slate wall)  This is an exclusive find, perfect for someone who loves distinctive, high-quality decor that blends art and nature.

Pondless Waterfalls

Got a DIY lover on your gift list? Pondless® Waterfall kits are the perfect way to bring the sound of running water to their yard, without the upkeep of a pond. The Small Aquascape Pondless® Waterfall Kit includes a 6’ stream and a 22” spillway. 

In contrast, the Medium Aquascape Pondless® Waterfall Kit with a 16’ stream offers a variety of pumps to choose from (including one compatible with the Aquascape Smart Control app). It also comes with an LED lighting kit, an automatic dosing system, and water treatment. For a step up, consider the Aquascape Medium Deluxe Pondless® Waterfall Kit that comes with everything in the medium kit, as well as Faux Driftwood, and LED colour-changing lights. 

The Large Aquascape Pondless® Waterfall Kit with a 26’ stream offers a variety of pumps to suit your needs, including one compatible with the Aquascape Smart Control app. This provides a larger stream compared to the small and medium kits. It also includes lights, a dosing system and treatment. The Aquascape Large Deluxe Pondless® Waterfall Kit with a 26’ Stream includes everything from the large kit, along with Faux Driftwood and LED colour-changing lights.

Wrap Up the Year with the Perfect Pond Gift

No matter the size of their pond, or even if they don’t have one, there’s a perfect gift out there to make any water lover’s holiday extra special. From high-performance aeration systems and nutrient balancing treatments to elegant fountains and seren pondless waterfalls, these thoughtful picks combine beauty, function, and sustainability. Whether your loved one enjoys tending to koi, raising trout, or simply relaxing by the water, each of these gifts helps them create a healthier, more vibrant, and more enjoyable outdoor space. This holiday season, give the gift that keeps on flowing, one that brings nature, tranquillity, and joy all year long.