I spend a lot of time talking about pond filtration because it's the most important part of pond keeping. If you get filtration right, maintaining a pond is incredibly easy and rewarding. Plus,...
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The Role of a Breather Pipe in a DIY Bog Filter: Tips and Tricks.
Building a bog filter is one of the easiest and most effective DIY pond filters you can create. It’s affordable, efficient, and low-maintenance, making it an excellent choice for pond enthusiasts....
The Surprising Benefits of Algae in Ponds – and How to Manage It Naturally
While bog filters and plants like are stars of natural filtration, there’s another player in the pond ecosystem worth discussing: algae. Algae often get a bad rap for their unsightly appearance,...
Finding a leak in your pond can be a challenging task, but with a step-by-step approach, it’s manageable. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the steps to pinpoint and address leaks...
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 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,...