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From
Kit to Extreme Pond
New generations
of pond kits are stunning to see, mammoth in
scale and easy to maintain.
There was a time
when a pond kit consisted of a black form
fitting plastic liner, a few rocks, pump and
fish. These early ponds often resulted in great
frustration for owners; many of whom have horror
stories to share of their struggles with high
maintenance and algae buildup.
Today, environmentally friendly pond kits are
rendering their predecessors obsolete. These
extreme pond kits feature a desire to render
constant pond cleaning nothing more than an
unpleasant memory. By designing the pond with a
balanced ecosystem, this new generation of pond
kits are geared toward a bigger is better
mentality. Rock lined waterfalls and a variety
of pond vegetation add symmetry to the overall
design features of these ponds.
In this new era of pond kits many are
discovering pumps and liner materials are no
longer visible. Fish become an essential part of
these new extreme ponds simply because they
become a positive chain in the ecological
maintenance of the pond.
New generations of pond liners are invisible
when water is added. This allows rocks and
pebbles to be added for a natural look, but the
rocks also become essential to the overall
ecological balance of the pond.
It may be interesting to note that when this
ecological balance is followed, users discover
they can dream big. The waterfalls can be more
comprehensive and the overall design can
encompass a larger area with more features and
contour. Many of these brave pond owners find
that cleanup is no more difficult that preparing
a flower bed in spring.
Many pond owners recall significant headaches
with their pond kits. Today, those frustrations
are minimized with the regular addition of
bacteria that works to break down string algae
and other organic waste in the pond.
As these ponds increase in size, the opportunity
for additional vegetation within and without
becomes more pronounced and occasionally owners
will enhance the design by adding a bridge to
cover some scenic portion of the pond.
While your pond may be manmade, design features
can be implemented to provide a place that seems
natural and inviting. There is a financial
benefit to such an extreme pond; when it comes
time to resell the property a pond like the ones
described can add 10%-20% to the overall value
of your property.
Outdoor design
guides:
Outdoor pools and hot tubs
Outdoor backyard landscaping ideas
Patio and backyard relaxation
Chairs and furniture for
the outdoor space
Outdoor recreational
activities
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