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Where To Put A Backyard Water Garden Or Pond
Consider locating your backyard pond where you can see it from a deck or patio. Have it blend in with its natural surroundings. Elevate the soil around the pond slightly so that excess water will flow away from the pond, not into it. Make sure that any drainage from the pond is away from your house. Plan to landscape around the pond to provide habitat for frogs and birds that need land and water. If you plan to use a pump to recirculate water, use a filter, or light the area, be sure electrical service is available. There will be less maintenance if your pond is not under trees, and most aquatic plants grow better when exposed to full sunlight.
If you do not have space in your yard for a built-in earthen pond, consider a "tub" pond or large water bowls. These can be placed on the patio and provide many of the same benefits as a built-in pond.There are numerous tub kits available that can
be as simple as adding water, a pump, and some plants. They can also be moved inside in the winter as long as good lighting is provided for plants.
Safety
Locate the backyard pond where it is
unlikely to attract unattended children.
Check local safety ordinances
to determine if a fence is required
for the specific depth and size of
your pond. Check local building
ordinances for depth and safety
restrictions and permits. Equip outdoor
outlets with a ground-fault circuit
interrupter. Unplug the pump before
cleaning the filter.
Water Garens On Farms
A properly located and maintained
pond can reduce gully erosion and
improve water quality. Ponds provide
water for livestock, waterfowl, and
fish; store water for emergencies; and
add beauty to the landscape.
Wildlife use ponds for water and habitat.
Adding a pump that moves water through
the pond continually keeps the water
cleaner and adds to the aesthetics of
the pond.
- www.nrcs.usda.gov/feature/backyard/pdf/Pond?Create.pdf - Printed by the National Association of Conservation Districts 1-800-825-5547
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