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Planning my first pond -- a few quetions for the experts here
Hi,
Finally, after several years of waiting, I'm about to build my first small pond. Most of our yard is heavily wooded, however, I think I have a sutable, but mostly shaded, area near the house for a 1000 gallon pond with a two foot waterfall. I've resigned myself to battling with tree debris -- falling twigs, leaves, and seeds -- in the spring and fall. I'm not a big koi fan which is probably a good thing considering the number of raccoons, snakes, herons, etc. in the area. However, I'm hoping for frogs and with a large stream about a hundred yards away and a beaver pond on the other side teeming with frogs (the sound is almost deafening this time of year), I'm assuming that won't be a problem. Plus I'm sure it won't be long before my kids start putting crayfish and other 'wild critters' in there. I was leaning towards the Tsurumi OMU-2 pump (3000 GPH max) and a Savio Compact Skimmerfilter and a Savio Livingponds waterfall filter. Is that too much pump for a 1000 gallon pond and fairly low waterfall? What about a gravel bottom in a shaded pond? I've heard both pros and cons, but I'm hoping that it will add a layer of protection in case our 70 pound dog decides to wade in one day. Also, is a center drain a must? My gut tells me to plumb one in in any case. Any comments and advice would be appreciated. Oh, just in case location is important, I live in central Maryland -- fairly cold winters and hot/muggy summers. Thanks in advance! |
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