Ok, most of you have seen my indoor pond.. now I started the ourdoor (small) pond... here are the beginning pics... anyone have any ideas? Love the input...
Vinny
Vinny
The new project...Day 1
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I wouldnt set the pond flush into the ground if I were you. I can see some higher ground around it and lots of ground bark and dirt everywhere so it will be a continual clean up if there is any walkby traffic or wind. Plus the pond will probably overflow during during the next rain since I dont see a drain yet. Is there going to be filtration? I dont see a pipe laid or a channel dug out for power. Does it get direct sunlight? You probably will have an algae problem and may need a UV. Also have you used a spirit level and some sand to even the base? Water is the true leveller and you may not like the lopsided pond look.
If you set the pond a little higher, you can avoid these problems and reduce fish predation from cats/birds since they cant sit on the lip as easily to wait. Hide the pond with a raised border or shrubs. I would recommend some flat slate or rocks on the bottom arranged so fish can swim under. Both for safety and to get away from sun/heat.
I like the pond though, very tough and waterproof.
If you set the pond a little higher, you can avoid these problems and reduce fish predation from cats/birds since they cant sit on the lip as easily to wait. Hide the pond with a raised border or shrubs. I would recommend some flat slate or rocks on the bottom arranged so fish can swim under. Both for safety and to get away from sun/heat.
I like the pond though, very tough and waterproof.
A rain barrel under the gutter down spout to top off the pond 
(ya, I know more work)...
Pic update!
Dr Joe
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(ya, I know more work)...Pic update!
Dr Joe
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Hmmmm have re-read my post and it comes accross as pretty critical which wasnt my intention. Just making some constructive comments which your welcome to ignore.
With regards to a rainwater top off, there is a small device which allows you to auto discard the first bit of rainfall if your worried about air pollution or dirty rooftops. Its essentially a polystyrene ball float and easy to DIY too.
With regards to a rainwater top off, there is a small device which allows you to auto discard the first bit of rainfall if your worried about air pollution or dirty rooftops. Its essentially a polystyrene ball float and easy to DIY too.
