Water Garden & Koi Co

Tucked away in Bayville, New Jersey, Water Garden & Koi Co is the kind of specialty destination that pond owners drive out of their way to find. This isn't a sprawling pet superstore — it's a focused operation run by people who live and breathe ponds, waterfalls, and koi. Owner Rich is mentioned by name in review after review, praised for his artistry in building rock waterfalls, his willingness to write out step-by-step pond care instructions, and his habit of staying in contact with customers throughout the process of restoring troubled ponds.

The property itself is part of the appeal. Beautiful koi ponds, maintained rock water fountain displays, and lush aquatic plants create an atmosphere that feels more like visiting a botanical garden than a retail shop. Customers talk about feeding the koi in the outdoor display pond and browsing the seasonal selection of water plants — many of which reviewers report thriving through the growing season.

What sets Water Garden & Koi Co apart is the depth of service. Rich and his team don't just sell pumps and filters — they come to your home, test water, diagnose pond problems, build and rebuild waterfalls, and handle seasonal pond openings and closings. One longtime customer credited the staff with helping nurse sick koi back to health through expert treatment advice.

Another recounted how technician Chris personally reassembled a fountain that a customer couldn't get working at home. The inventory leans toward a curated selection rather than overwhelming variety. They carry specific brands of pond supplies — filters, pumps, fountains, fish food, medications — alongside koi, goldfish, and aquatic plants for both ponds and tanks.

A few reviewers note the selection can feel limited on certain visits, and prices run on the higher side, but most consider the expertise and personal service well worth the premium. For pond enthusiasts across the Jersey Shore area, this is the local specialist that treats your backyard water feature like the living ecosystem it is.