Mini-Pond: Decoration of Solitude Corner

Water is the source of life, the symbol of eternity and immutability. It is known that nothing can soothe and relax as the admiration of the water. That is why mini-ponds enjoy their wide popularity in the landscape design.
In order to be pleased by mini-pond throughout the summer, you should think about its project from now on. Many plants that will serve as a mini-pond design should be planted in early spring, by now type of a small pond, its shape and location should already be defined.

The mentioned below are the types of ready-made tanks for artificial mini-ponds:
constructions with polymer materials;
ready constructions;
monolithic construction.

The constructions with polymer materials are made according to the following principles: a pit not less than five feet is dug and completely tied up by plastic sheeting, the edges of the film are decorated from outside with tiles, natural stone, wood framing, etc. The device of the pond is inexpensive, it can be easily disassembled if necessary, so it is possible to remove it in the winter. But it has its disadvantages: polymer film eventually loses strength and may be leaky.

Ready constructions are made from polymer materials, metal, wood or ceramic, and can be mounted at different levels. In contrast, polymer films, ready construction last for longer.
For monolithic, primarily, dug deepening of at least five feet, then the walls of the valves are formed, which are then cast in concrete. The advantages of such pond are its durability, high strength, and the ability to embody any conceived form.

The principles of care for the mini-pond depend on the availability of its plants and animals. If the design of the pond is limited solely to external decoration, it is sufficient to change the water once a month. Care becomes much more complicated if the mini-pond is decorated by the aquatic plants and fish and other aquatic residents.