Thinking of adding a fountain to your pond? Installing a pond fountain is simple, and it will add both visual interest and the benefit of oxygenation to your pond. A pond fountain is generally made up of a recirculating submersible electric pump with a fountain jet attached to it (also called a spray fountain). There are many different sizes and styles of pond fountains available; the style of the spray is a matter of preference, but the size depends upon how large your pond is. Your preferred fountain retailer can help you choose the pond fountain that is right for your pond. Youll need to have the pump and fountain jet combo, a large terracotta pot, some concrete blocks, and a nearby source of electricity. There are four easy steps to install a pond fountain:
1.The pond fountain must be placed where you can easily get to it for maintenance. If you have a small pond, this is not an issue. If the fountain is going into a large pond, you may want to position it so that it is close to the edge.
2.The pump must be raised up from the floor of the pond in order to reduce the amount of debris sucked into it. This also ensures that the fountain head will be...