We're in the planning stages to build a small pond next spring. (Something like a 4'x6' or so.) I'm thinking of one with a liner with rock on the bottom and sides...and a water fall off to the side.
I'm just starting to research but am curious about a few things.
-Algae. Is it difficult to keep the water from being green? I can't imagine having enough plants in it to keep algae away, and considering you don't add CO2 to the pond. LOL
Is it possible to have a small pond that gets mostly sun without living with a constant algae bloom? (I'm not opposed to having lots of floating plants.)
-Would you not recommend putting a pond within 4 feet of a house foundation when you have a finished basement under the house? (I'm concerned about getting a leak and the possibility of ending up with a damp basement wall.) I could take a picture of the proposed space if anyone was really interested.
I'd be interested in any info or advice anyone wants to share. I'm just starting my research but can't help but ask some questions already.
I'm just starting to research but am curious about a few things.
-Algae. Is it difficult to keep the water from being green? I can't imagine having enough plants in it to keep algae away, and considering you don't add CO2 to the pond. LOL
Is it possible to have a small pond that gets mostly sun without living with a constant algae bloom? (I'm not opposed to having lots of floating plants.)
-Would you not recommend putting a pond within 4 feet of a house foundation when you have a finished basement under the house? (I'm concerned about getting a leak and the possibility of ending up with a damp basement wall.) I could take a picture of the proposed space if anyone was really interested.
I'd be interested in any info or advice anyone wants to share. I'm just starting my research but can't help but ask some questions already.