Do you have a pond? If so, having a water feature on your property improves the appeal of your landscape. You can take its value to a whole new level by installing a floating pond fountain. Pond fountains are not only great for their aesthetic qualities but also for aerating the pond.
Pond aeration is vital for the health of the living organisms within the pond. It ensures fish, plant life and other animals in the pond have an adequate supply of oxygen. Aeration also helps to get rid of foul noxious gasses that result from biological processes such as decomposition of organic matter. It also ensures your pond does not have a foul smell.
What to Consider when Choosing a Fountain for Your Pond
1. The depth of your pond
It is important to consider the depth of your pond when choosing a fountain. If your pond is deeper than 6 feet, a floating pond fountain alone will not be enough to provide aeration. Any part of the pond deeper than 6 feet will remain oxygen deprived. You would need to invest in other aeration systems in addition to the fountain in order to ensure complete circulation of the water and fully maintain a healthy environment.
2. The shape of the pond
The shape of your pond also plays a significant role in your choice of fountain. Curves bend and other obstacles such as islands can interfere with circulation. Oxygenated water may not reach some sections of the pond. You may therefore have to invest in more than one fountain in order to effectively aerate an irregularly shaped pond. Keep in mind that there is no such thing as aerating a pond “too much”.
3. The size of the fountain
The size of the fountain will determine how effective it will be at aerating the pond. It is therefore important to consider the horsepower of the pond aerator fountain. A good rule of thumb for effective aeration of a pond is to use a 1 to 1.5 HP motor per acre. You will therefore need to determine the size of your pond in order to choose the right sized fountain motor. Tip: oftentimes, you can get the best “bang for your buck” by purchasing multiple 1 HP fountains as opposed to purchasing a single 4 HP fountain.
Other factors to consider for your pond fountain include cord length, spray pattern, and special features such as lights for an even more dramatic effect. Be sure to consider the factors outlined above to ensure you choose the correct aerating fountain for your pond.
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