Creating Small, Filter-Free Ponds: A 12-Month Experiment with Natural Filtration
About a year ago, I embarked on a new pond experiment: building small ponds with no filters or pumps. While I’ve tried ponds without mechanical filtration before, this time I used a method...
How to Use a Bog Filter to Process Greywater: My Experience with a Greywater Wetland System
One of the questions I’ve been getting lately is whether a bog filter can be used to process greywater. Interestingly, one of my earliest pond-related projects was setting up a greywater...
How to Care for Pond Bacteria in Winter: Ensuring Healthy Water Quality
The bacteria living inside our ponds, particularly in our filters, play an essential role in keeping the water safe and clean for fish and other pond inhabitants. These bacteria break down waste...
How to Filter Large Ponds and Dams Without Breaking the Bank
When it comes to maintaining water clarity and quality in ponds, one of the most effective methods is using a bog filter. I’ve found that with the right setup, a bog filter can ensure clean,...
Below is an email I received from Jozef. He wanted to share with others how he prevented the bog filter from siphoning when the pump shuts off. In all my bog filters I like to add what I call a...
Whether you're new to pond keeping or just looking for ways to enhance fish health, salt is a natural and affordable remedy that’s worth considering. In this article I'll do my best to explain...
