What You Need to Consider When Installing a Pond Water Feature
Including a water feature such as outdoor pond in the design of your Kensington garden is a great way to infuse a little extra flair and creativity to your garden oasis. When setting up your own pond water feature it is important to take into consideration these important tips:
Pond materials
The material that is used in the construction of your pond water feature is an important factor to consider as some materials can actually be a danger to the life of any fish that you intend to keep in the pond. Materials such as limestone should be avoided as the high acidity levels can create a problematic PH level in the water, which can kill your fish. Fibreglass is a preferable material as it is extremely durable, lightweight and has no known negative side effects on fish.
Maintenance
Attaching a high quality, decent sized filter is essential for the life of your pond water feature and the living materials inside. If you have a proficient filter there will no longer be any need to perform a complete water change every few weeks, which is not recommended as this can actually traumatize your fish. Aim to change roughly 20 per cent of the water every week to ensure that the water remains as clean as possible. When using tap water it is important to use a conditioner and let it stand for a couple of days before pouring it into the pond water feature.
Extras
Weeds and algae are common culprits that like to lurk in garden ponds, but can easily be eradicated. Algae are a microscopic plant that thrives on nutrients within a pond such as fish wastes, leaves, leftover fish food and dead bugs. In order to reduce a build up of algae in your pond simply remove any waste and unwanted debris before it has a chance to grow.
For more information on pond water features in Kensigton, Perth, contact The Outdoor Décor Company on (08) 6555 0971.
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