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To add a focal point to landscaping many homeowners are choosing to add ponds and even small ponds can change the overall look of a yard or flower bed. It is not advised to attempt keeping fish in small ponds as there is usually not enough water to support more than one or two, but by adding aquatic plants they can present a totally different look to the landscaping. Installation Takes Little Time
QuickTip: However, if using small ponds large plants should not be located around them as they will hide them from view and ruin the intended appearance. Really small ponds, those less than two-feet in diameter should not pretend to be a focal point of the landscaping, as it will likely get lost in the overall view.
However, if using small ponds large plants should not be located around them as they will hide them from view and ruin the intended appearance. Really small ponds, those less than two-feet in diameter should not pretend to be a focal point of the landscaping, as it will likely get lost in the overall view. Rather, it can be used to offset other, equally sized objects in the area.
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Tip: There should also be an additional water supply handy to replace water lost due to evaporation or from people splashing in the water while doing yard work.
Additionally, unless there is an aeration pump installed on the pond, it may require frequent water changing to prevent stagnant water from overtaking small ponds. Ideally, a small pump can be added with a figurine to keep the water in the pond moving, keeping algae growth to the minimum and keeping the water clear and clean. If installed near shrubs or under trees, be prepared to continually remove leaves and other yard debris from the water’s surface before it can sink to the bottom and clog the pump.
With small ponds it requires little work to install and possibly the biggest obstacle will be in having an electric outlet installed near the pond’s location. A grounded outlet is required and most communities require professional installation. Once the outlet is installed, turn the pond upside down and mark the ground for digging the hole. Once complete, place the pond inside the hole and verify the top is level with or below the surface of the ground.
Fill small ponds with water before turning on the pump to prevent it from bring out while operating dry and then enjoy the music the water makes as it splashed through the pond. Small water figurines to match just about any taste can be found with additional statues to help move the water from the base through the pump and back into the pond.
There should also be an additional water supply handy to replace water lost due to evaporation or from people splashing in the water while doing yard work. Even small ponds can be the target for cooling off in the extreme heat.
Hint: If installed near shrubs or under trees, be prepared to continually remove leaves and other yard debris from the water’s surface before it can sink to the bottom and clog the pump.
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