A bog filter is hands down my favourite type of pond filter. It mimics the way nature has filtered water for millions of years — so why reinvent the wheel? It’s low-maintenance, simple to DIY,...
Category: Maintenance
How to Plant Pond Plants (Without Soil, Stress, or Spending a Fortune)
One of the most common questions I get asked is:"How do I plant my pond plants?"Should they be in soil? In pots? Can they go straight into the gravel?And what about the plants around the pond — do...
If you've ever wondered whether animals can help filter your pond water, you're not alone — I get asked about it all the time! Shrimp, mussels, Daphnia, different types of fish — it sounds...
Should You Use Rock and Pebble in Your Pond? My Honest Experience
If you're anything like me, you love the look of rock and pebble in natural creek beds, streams, and ponds. The way water flows and swirls around stones — it's just magical. So when I started...
I was recently asked whether dragonfly nymphs pose a risk to fish in a pond. The quick answer is yes—dragonfly nymphs can eat small fish, tadpoles, and shrimp. However, they also provide...
A Relaxed Life with My Ponds: My Typical Summer Morning Routine
I love nature and strive to live a relaxed, stress-free life. I don’t remember exactly when I became obsessed with ponds, but it was pretty early on. Like many people, water soothes me, and I...