If you are a newbie, the first step is to determine the location of your pond. Here are 4 factors to consider before deciding the best location for your small garden pond:
Aesthetics
The most important factor in pond sites is aesthetics. Place the pond in an area where it can be completely appreciated. From the primary viewing area, water features should be visible. Waterfalls should never be put in front of a pond. A position with views from the interior of the home is advantageous.
Sun Orientation
During the summer, a pond should be positioned in a sunny area that gets 6 to 8 hours of sunshine. Too much sunlight promotes algae development and may harm certain plants. Nothing will blossom if there is insufficient sunlight.
Nearby Trees
Avoid situating a pond beneath trees since leaves and other detritus need more work to clear. Evergreen tree needles may raise the pH of a pond to unsafe levels. The leaves of eucalyptus trees, which are popular in landscaping across the southwest owing to their drought tolerance, may discolor your water and make it smell awful. Fruit trees, oak trees, and camphor trees are other trees to avoid.
Availability and Accessibility of Power and Water
Another factor to consider when designing a pond is the availability and accessibility of power and water – all of which will be necessary at or near the pond location. Installing underground electrical cables may be required in most areas that are not close to an existing building. When using underwater pumps or illumination, a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) and a circuit cut-off switch should be fitted.