Category: Problems/Solutions

So you’ve followed all the steps — built a bog filter, added the plants, fired up the pump — but something’s not quite right. In this post, I’ll walk you through the most common issues...

String algae can be one stubborn bugger in a backyard pond. So I decided to run a little home experiment to test out different algae control methods — all using water from my own courtyard...

If you’ve ever battled green water or stringy sludge in your pond, you’re not alone. Algae is a common headache — but nature has some powerful tricks up her sleeve. Certain pond plants don’t...

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...

Building and maintaining a pond that stays crystal clear is easier than you might think. Whether you're setting up a new pond or struggling with water quality in an existing one, this guide will help...

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,...