Posted on February 23, 2008 in latest news
Water adds an appealing element to a garden. Water gardens can include fountains, waterfalls, and small ponds and elaborate combinations of rockwork and lighting. Basically, a water garden is just a pool of water that is home to plants and possibly fish and other water creatures. Natural ponds or large spaces are no longer needed for a water garden. They can consist of a concrete dish, half barrel, plastic tub or anything else that can hold water.
Tips
- Choose the right spot. Most aquatic plants and fish need plenty of sun, so a site that gets 6-8 hours of direct sun is best. Choose a site away from tall shrubs and trees for best light and to prevent the accumulation of leaf debris.
- Mark out the area and the shape of the water garden you want. Then dig out the area and remove all sharp objects and roots. Be sure to leave shelves of earth around the edge for potted plants. Pond plants require varied levels of water.
- When choosing aquatic plants, keep in mind that the plants should cover no more than 50 – 60 percent of the water surface.
- You’ll need a submersible pump and an outdoor electric extension cord. First measure from your power source to the water garden to know how long a cord to purchase. Measure the diameter and depth to determine how many gallons of water the pond will hold. Purchase your pump accordingly.
- For a healthier water garden environment you can use oxygenating plants like Autumnal starwort (Callitriche hermaphroditica), Willow Moss (Fontinalis antipyretica), Water violet (H. palustris) and Elodea crispa (Lagarosiphon major). All these keep the water free of algae.
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