All about garden ponds

In this article I want to tell you about some things you should know about garden ponds, if you decide to use them to decorate your country site

Benefits

The most obvious advantage of having in your garden, ornamental pond, of course, is that a person is very relaxing, being close to water. Even the ancients understood the calming nature of water. Gurgle and splash of a natural remedy for stress. In addition to aesthetic value, there is a material benefit: namely that you have a pond will increase the value of your site.

Options

Some additional benefits of garden ponds stem from their roles in the environment. Water movement is part of the way to purify the air. The water in your pond permanently relieve the negative ions in the atmosphere. These ions attract toxins and impurities that are in the air, and remove them from the air you breathe. Furthermore, it is thanks to such waters reduced the amount of water you will use to maintain your lawn and other plants in the garden. Finally, the pond can be home to local wildlife, including birds, beneficial insects and small animals.

Types

There are several species of ornamental ponds. As a rule, they are different materials used for floor or lining. Each has its advantages and disadvantages.

Earthen ponds are relatively inexpensive, but they require careful maintenance. In addition, such a pond would be unlined (sex) and this could allow unwanted plants, weeds start growing in your pond.

Reservoirs, the so-called "flexible linings" are simply earthen ponds lined with plastic or rubber lining. These ponds, as well as excavation, are inexpensive, but they are easier to maintain. The main drawback is the possibility of damage or puncture the "flexible liner.

Also there is a garden pond, whose lining is made of hard plastic or fiberglass. Although they are certainly a bit more expensive than the first two options, but nevertheless still considered to be relatively expensive. The main disadvantage - is that these ponds can crack the plastic at very low temperatures. The truth of this can be avoided by draining the reservoir and removing it for the winter.

There is a cement-mortar lining of decorative ponds. This is the most expensive option, but it is the strongest of all others. This pond will delight you for many years. In addition, it requires minimal maintenance.

What should be taken into account

If you plan to install a pond in your backyard, there are some things to consider and do. First, contact your local authorities and Inspection Service to find out about any special requirements for construction in your area. You also have to agree with all of local utility companies before they start digging, you do not accidentally stumble on underground cables and pipes.

For a pond with a fountain or waterfall will require a pump for water movement. Select the location where you can easily spend an electricity from your house to the pond. Moreover, it is better to choose a place where your pond will be protected from the midday sun.

If you have small children in the family, be sure to think about their safety. Maybe you even have to fence the pond and put the fence.

When choosing plants for your pond, be sure to see how much sun and shade they need. You will also need to consider whether you want to have in your pond, swimming fish or you are just limited among plants. If you intend to add a koi (a very popular fish) or other fish, keep in mind that they need, when building your pond.

Time frame

Construction of large ponds of cement may take several days or even longer. And, of course better to a pond made by professionals.

If you are a master of all trades and you have a few good assistants, you can build a small pond with a flexible or rigid pads at the weekend. If the pond need to pump and electrical wiring from the house, then of course there will have to dig a trench, but it will take time.

Besides the fact that a certain amount of time will create the pond, still need to take into account the time for its maintenance. Depending on the plant and animal life that you choose for your decorative pond, for it will require care and preservation of a balance of pH in the desired range. You also need to allocate time to perform basic cleaning and maintenance, as well as for seasonal maintenance. But remember, if you monitor the status of your pond, then it will bring many years of enjoyment.

Features

Decorative pond can be as simple or as complex as you want. The most common body of water requires nothing more than holes, lining of all types and fresh water. However, there are other things that you can add to your pond is more refined.

Plants, of course, play an important role in the ecosystem of the pond. If you select the plants in pots, for easier maintenance, you can not shoot them, and put in water in a pot.

Fountains, in addition to providing a stunning visual effect is one way of keeping the movement of water in the pond. On sale you can find many different types of fountains.

As it is impossible not to mention the lighting. It could become another great addition. Some kits may already include underwater lighting, which can be added to the pond to make it more beautiful after nightfall. You can also do lighting around the edges. It also looks very impressive.

Else you can add fish. There are, for example, a Japanese goldfish Hardy, which can even survive the winter if the pond in which she lives is quite profound.