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Water Features
How to Build Ponds and Waterfalls: The Complete Guide
Jeffrey Reid
"Adding a pond or waterfall to your landscape will be one of the most rewarding things
you'll ever do. I fell in love with their significant beauty about twelve years ago and
I've never looked back. Water features, many of which are in this book, have brought me
so much personal joy and pleasure. Knowing the correct steps and using the right product
for the job practically guarantees success. This book will show and tell you everything
that you need. The methods shown in these chapters are proven and have been taught to
thousands of do-it-yourselfers." (Jeffrey Reid)
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Selecting The Proper Pond Pump
by Shawn McCulloch
Whether you own a preformed, or liner pond, a pond pump plays a vital role in maintaining balance in any garden pond or water feature. It's no surprise that stagnant bodies of water, are inviting to mosquito infestations, which are a major concern with West Nile Virus. Not only do these stagnant ponds have a wretched smell, they look un-appealing, and will be very un-inviting to guests or wildlife. This is why pond pumps are of the utmost importance, to regularly circulate water and maintain the health of your pond.
Pumps are available in both submersible and external (out-of-pond) models. For smaller ponds (up to 1000 gallons of water), a submersible pump is the more economical and practical option. Submersible pumps can be placed directly in the pond and require relatively little installation. They are free of distracting noise, and for smaller ponds, can easily be utilized to drain your pond.
In previous years, the main flaw of submersible pumps was the seals rupturing and releasing oil coolant into the pond. However, newer models have fixed that issue, and are now magnetic-driven, which don't require coolant. "Mag-driven" pumps are slightly more expensive, but are reliable, and save money on electricity.
Pumps are sized by gallons per hour (GPH) output at one foot of lift or height. The lift or height pertains to how high the water is being pumped. For example, quiet often pond owners have a waterfall or mini stream, the moment the water is fully circulated and reaches its maximum height before running back to the pond, is the figure you are looking for. Manufacturers usually offer charts that break down the power of each size pump according to incremental heights of one foot. It is recommended that you circulate your body of water at least once every 2 hours.
So your GPH needs to be half the total amount of gallons of the pond. For example, if you have a 1000 gallon water feature, you will require at least a 500 GPH pump.
Calculating the proper pump for waterfalls is a bit more difficult, because you must estimate your waterfall's height. To do so, you must measure the vertical height from the top of your pump to the top of your waterfall. In addition, you must add another foot of height or lift for every 10 feet of hosing you will be using (this will allow for loss of volume from resistance within the hose). To calculate the required pump GPH, a general rule of thumb is that each inch of width of the channel will require an extra 100 GPH. For example, if your stream or waterfall spillway will be 10 inches wide, you will need a pump that produces an excess flow of 1000 GPH at your waterfall's height. If this concept seems confusing, contact your local or online pond expert and ask for advice or more information.
If you plan on fish in your pond, your water circulation demands will be drastically increased. Fish rely on the oxygen in
the water to survive, hence a proper pump for a fish pond must ensure that extra oxygen is both introduced into the pond, and distributed throughout
the pond. Specific pumps are more suitable for these . These pumps have oxygen intake valves and a unique air/water mix system which effectively increases the oxygen concentration in your pond.
Choosing the appropriate pond pump is a very crucial decision, if you are un-sure always ask questions, your pond will you
thank you for it!
About The Author
Shawn McCulloch has been a contributing writer for gardensupermart.com for over 2 years. He is a water garden enthusiast who enjoys the outdoors, sports, and travel.
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Complete Guide to Water Gardens : Ponds, Fountains, Waterfalls, Streams
Kathleen Fisher
Complete Guide to Water Gardens is a comprehensive guide to designing and installing all types of home water gardens, from naturalistic to formal. Readers will learn about site selection and construction materials and methods. They will receive information on pumps, filters, lighting, and other accessories. The book also explains how to install streams, waterfalls, fountains, and statues, as well as how to design bridges and stepping-stones. Complete Guide to Water Gardens also includes information on maintaining water quality and selecting fish and plants. Beautifully illustrated, including step-by-step sequences and instructions, this book shows readers all they need to know in order to create and maintain the water garden of their dreams.
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Ortho's All About Building Waterfalls, Ponds, and Streams
by Ortho Books
Create your own private oasis! Enhance your gardens with the soothing sights and sounds
of water. In Ortho's All About Building Waterfalls, Pools, and Streams, you'll learn the techniques professionals use to build stunning waterfalls, pools, and streams. From the hardware to the how-to, it's all explained here. Plus you'll find guidelines for stocking the project with fish and plants and plans for water features.
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Outdoor Water Features: 16 Easy-to-Build Projects For Your Yard and Garden
by Alan Bridgewater, Gill Bridgewater
Ponds, pools, cascades, fountains, waterspouts, and even a container bog garden. Step-by-step instructions for introducing garden water features.
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The Master Book of the Water Garden: The Ultimate Guide to the Design and Maintenance of the Water Garden
Philip Swindells
With a wealth of practical ideas and tips on water gardening, this indispensable book helps minimize the problems faced in building and maintaining a water garden, and maximizes the pleasure a well-designed water garden can give. Including design options-for every aesthetic, space, and budget-this guide is not only practical but inspirational.
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