Pond size and pond location

Pond stream The decision for the size and shape of a pond should be determined by your own preference, the size of the garden, and the intended location. In any case, the size of the pond plays an important role in its biological balance. The larger the pond is, the better the visual effect and health conditions of plants and animals. If you intend to keep fish, your pond will need a minimum depth of 1.5 to 3 feet (depending on the climate and the type of the fish) to provide an ideal living environment, especially in the winter. The table below is designed to give you rough guidelines for the calculating pond size and water volume.

Guidelines for Pond Sizes

Surface area

Depth

30 - 54 Sq Ft

2.0´ - 2.5´

55 - 160 Sq Ft

2.6´ - 3.5´

above 160 Sq Ft

above 3.5´

L shaped pond As a rule, for ponds with less than 40 square feet, you would choose a preformed pond with a minimum depth of 1.5´. Pond liner, however, has the advantage of infinite design possibilities. OASE offers, for example, OASE alpha liner for this purpose.

Rule of the thumb:

Use more than 100 gallons of water per 11 square feet of water surface area ( min. 1.5´ deep).

A quick checklist

•	Choose an open and sunny location with an average exposure to sunlight of 3-5 hours.
•	Do not construct your pond underneath trees.
•	Choose a quiet place for a tranquil wildlife haven.
•	Ensure the availability of a water and power supply.
•	Check the location for the pond, i.e., back of the garden or close to the house (personal taste)
•	Are you planning to keep fish?
•	Decide whether you want to use pond liner or a preformed pond.

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