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Unless you build your pond fresh water, such as from a stream, flows through your pond, you will need a pump to circulate water. Pumps keep water flowing, which is necessary to maintain a healthy environment for fish and water plants.A 250-gallon pond falls right in the middle of an average capacity water fixture. Pond … Read more

Needs differ between ponds that contain fish, which actively produce waste that is high in nitrogen, and ponds that contain only plants. A pump helps to keep water clear and full of oxygen, and it is necessary for a pond that has more than one or two goldfish, even if it has many plants. Buy … Read more

Pond Irrigation Using a pond for landscape irrigation as opposed to a well or public water system has its positives and negatives. Pulling water from a pond to irrigate your lawn or garden can be an economical use of water as long as the pond is large enough, and self-sustaining enough through rainfall or underground … Read more

How to Determine the Size of a Fountain for a Pond A water fountain in the middle of a backyard pond not only adds an interesting feature, it also helps aerate the water. Pond fountains are rated by flow rate and labeled as GPH, the number of gallons of water the fountain rotates in an … Read more

Most Efficient Pond Aerating Fountains An efficient pond aerating fountain keeps your pond clean and clear by putting oxygen back into the water, which keeps algae growth to a minimum. It also inhibits the breeding of mosquitoes, while promoting a healthy aquatic environment for fish and visiting wildlife. Another bonus is that it also prevents … Read more

Can You Use an Air Compressor to Aerate Ponds? If your pond needs aeration, you can turn to an air compressor to get the job done. Air compressors intended for use in water, however, differ from those manufactured for use on land, and many kinds of compressors exist. Before choosing one, figure out your specific … Read more