The Problem Most backyard ponds don’t fail because people don’t care. They fail because the filtration was never properly thought about from the start. So if your pond...
Category: Problems/Solutions
Why Your Pond Will Never Stay Crystal Clear (Until You Understand This)
Have you ever noticed that the dirtiest-looking ponds often seem to have the most life in them? Tadpoles everywhere.Insects buzzing around.Birds visiting.Fish cruising through the...
Fish deaths in backyard ponds can happen for a wide range of reasons.An occasional single death is often just part of life — old age, minor stress, or predation. But sudden deaths or...
Managing Cane Toads Around Your Pond (Humane & Practical Tips)
One question I get asked again and again — especially from people building ponds in northern Australia — is: “How do I stop cane toads from breeding in my pond? Should I be killing them? How...
If you’ve inherited a pond — maybe you bought a house with one, or you’re completely new to ponds — this article is for you. At first, it can feel overwhelming.Pumps. Filters. Plants....
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...