Leaves, roots, organic build-up — people worry they’re setting themselves up for problems down the track. If you don’t already know me, my name’s Kev. My aim is to people design and build...
Posts by Kev
A Backyard Pond Built on Inspiration (Dylan’s WA Pond Story)
One of the things I love most about running Ozponds is seeing what people go on to create in their own backyards. This pond was built by Dylan over in Western Australia, and like so many others,...
Why Ponds and Aquariums Get a Greasy Film(And When It’s Actually a Problem)
If you’ve ever noticed a greasy, oily, or shiny film on the surface of your pond or aquarium, you’re not alone. The first instinct is usually:“Something’s wrong with my water.” Most...
“How big does my pond need to be?” It’s one of the most common questions I get — and the short answer is:it depends. What many people don’t realise is that pond size quietly affects...
How to Create an Ecosystem Pond — A Simpler Way to Maintain a Pond
When I first started building ponds, I wasn’t chasing complexity. I wanted something that looked natural and was easy to live with. I didn’t want high-tech filtration, constant water testing,...
Why Algae Happens — Even in a “Perfect” Pond If you own a pond, this will sound familiar. One pond is crystal clear.Another is full of string algae.Another suddenly grows jelly-like slime...