Water Gardens

Water gardens are a very attractive feature. Adding a simple pond or creating a series of pools can give your garden it's own unique character. There are many options available, and even a small shallow bird bath type water feature will still be a great way to attract wildlife into your garden.

The following small guides should provide some useful advice.

Aquatic Plants - Pump Maintenance

To keep your fountain and water feature in the best condition, simple maintenance is required.

Water pumps need to be checked and serviced from time to time.

It is a good idea to place the pump close to the edge of the pond or water feature as this will allow you to reach them easily to disconnect the hose running to the fountain.

Clean out any weed, silt or other debris that could prevent the pump from drawing water.

Most pumps will have some sort of filter system, and these can be removed to wash out, and then replace. You may have a pump that has a disposable filter that requires a new filter to be installed at certain intervals. Consult the pumps instruction manual for specific details related to the type of pump you have installed.

Any failure related to electrical supply should be repaired by a qualified electrician.