Different characteristics of a fountain for the mini pond
The trade also refers to the small wells as
- Source stones
- Bubbling stones
- Water features
- or gargoyles
also read
- Create and maintain a pond in a zinc tub
- Plant the zinc tub and create it as a pond
- Mini pond: design a zinc tub with aquatic plants
So don't let other names fool you.
These fountains have many different properties and extras, depending on the cost and manufacturer:
- with and without lighting
- solar or battery operated
- with power connection
- floating freely
Install well
Small purchase advice
- Pass
- Flow rate
- and delivery rate
these are the criteria that you should look out for when buying a suitable pump. The following values are sufficient for small ponds in the zinc tub:
- Delivery rate: 150l / h
- Delivery height: from 50 cm
Basically, your pump should be able to completely pump all of the pond water within two hours.
Pay attention to
When installing the water sprayer, you must ensure that it is at an appropriate height. If this sprays the water too high, the wind carries away a few droplets. In the long run, there is a considerable loss of water.
Advantages of a fountain
On the one hand, the constant movement of the water promotes its cleanliness and also prevents mosquitoes from laying eggs. The insects prefer quiet water places for breeding. When the waves move, the larvae cannot stay on the water due to the lack of surface tension.
When to do without a fountain
Unfortunately, you'll have to choose between water lilies and a fountain. Especially when the sun shines on the mini pond and the fountain sprays small water droplets on the plant, the so-called magnifying glass effect occurs, which burns the leaves of the water lily.
