Build and Maintain a Pond, Without Spending a Fortune!

I've been keeping fish for quite a long time. My setups typically include a pebble substrate, some common live plants, a few rocks, and some driftwood. I've always been pretty vigilant with my...

When it comes to dealing with blanket weed or string algae, the maturity of your pond plays a significant role. However there are, many factors contribute to blanket weed growth. In this post,...

Water in motion is important when building a pond, a pond with a stream, a pond-less stream, or a pond system with a Negative Edge. In this post, we'll cover the basics of water in motion, why it's...

As they say, water finds its own level, making it impossible to have an unlevel pond. Yet, questions about pond leveling come up frequently, especially during the digging stage. In this post,...

It's a pain when your pond pump constantly gets clogged with debris. In this post, I'll share some of the strategies I use to reduce how often my pond pumps need to be cleaned. I also made a video...

Today I'm excited to share with you how to create a DIY pond skimmer. Many of you have asked for more information on the DIY bucket skimmer I use in my courtyard pond, so in this post, I’ll explain...