- Different characteristics of a fountain for the mini pond
- install wells
- Benefits of a fountain
- When to do without a fountain
On warm summer evenings on the terrace, the rippling water has a calming effect. A large garden pond is not even necessary for this. There is even room for a small fountain in a zinc tub. Would you like to add this attractive object to your mini pond? Then find out more about the numerous models on this page and get to know the many advantages of a fountain in the zinc tub.
A zinc tub can easily be turned into a mini fountain
Different characteristics of a fountain for the mini pond
The trade also refers to the small fountains as
- sourcestones
- bubble stones
- water features
- or gargoyle
So don't let other names fool you.
Depending on the cost and manufacturer, these fountains have many different properties and extras:
- with and without lighting
- solar or battery powered
- with power connection
- free swimming
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Small purchase advice
- pass
- flow rate
- and flow rate
these are the criteria you should pay attention to when buying a suitable pump. The following values are sufficient for small ponds in the zinc tank:
- Flow rate: 150l / h
- Delivery height: from 50 cm
Basically, your pump should be able to completely pump through the entire pond water within two hours.
Pay attention to what?
When installing the water sprinkler, you need to pay attention to an appropriate height. If it sprays the water too high, the wind carries away a few droplets. In the long run, there is a significant loss of water.
Benefits of a fountain
The constant water movement promotes its cleanliness and also keeps mosquitoes from laying their eggs. The insects prefer quiet water bodies for breeding. When there are waves, the larvae cannot stay on the water due to a lack of surface tension.
When to do without a fountain
Unfortunately, you have to choose between water lilies and a fountain. Especially when the sun shines on the mini pond and the fountain splashes small water droplets onto the plant, the so-called magnifying glass effect occurs, which burns the leaves of the water lily.