BUILDING A PATIO POND
By Jacqui Chaisson
I have always wanted a pond with fish and beautiful plants, somewhere I can sit and relax. If you’re like me and don’t have a suitable place for an in-ground pond, consider a small patio pond or container pond. Just like regular garden ponds, your own small container pond can still be extremely aesthetic, beneficial and satisfying to create, but without the extravagant price tag or space requirements. I spent an afternoon creating a small patio pond that fits perfectly on my deck. It’s become my favourite spot to unwind at the end of a long day. I’ve outlined the simple steps to building your own patio pond. If you need advice about your patio pond, I recommend The Atlantis Aquatic Pet Store, 60 St. Peters Road, Charlottetown. Drop into the store, call 902.626.3300 or message them through their Facebook page.
STEP 1. Your mini pond should be placed in an area that receives partial sunlight for at least six hours per day, to ensure plant health and water quality. Keep in mind that you don’t want full sun, either, as such a small body of water will heat up very quickly. Do this, of course, before filling it with water. Pay attention to which direction receives the most sunlight per day, and try to find a suitable location for your container pond on that side, be it on a deck, patio, or outdoor table. Try to place the pond wherever it can receive ample morning light, as this will be cooler and won’t scorch plants like the afternoon sun.
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