Hi All:
Thrilled (and thankful) to have found this community! I've been muddling my way through building and (finally completing) two lovely patio ponds.
I had one about 10 years ago when I was living in NYC and had all the "gear". This time I decided to build an self-reliant "ecosystem" and it seems to be working. I don't have any filters or pumps. Just lots of oxygenating plants, some gorgeous lilies, mint and papyrus grass, a few fish and some trapdoor snails to control the snails. After the initial "green" phase I now have lovely crystal clear water and happy healthy plants and fish.
The second pond is smaller and just has water clover, papyrus grass and a nyphoides. Still waiting for this pond to 'adjust' and will add a 2 fish in a few weeks.
I'm an avid gardener and love working with plants on land and in the water!
I'll post pictures of my garden soon.
Thanks for having me! I look forward to learn and sharing with you all.
All the best!
Michelle
Thrilled (and thankful) to have found this community! I've been muddling my way through building and (finally completing) two lovely patio ponds.
I had one about 10 years ago when I was living in NYC and had all the "gear". This time I decided to build an self-reliant "ecosystem" and it seems to be working. I don't have any filters or pumps. Just lots of oxygenating plants, some gorgeous lilies, mint and papyrus grass, a few fish and some trapdoor snails to control the snails. After the initial "green" phase I now have lovely crystal clear water and happy healthy plants and fish.
The second pond is smaller and just has water clover, papyrus grass and a nyphoides. Still waiting for this pond to 'adjust' and will add a 2 fish in a few weeks.
I'm an avid gardener and love working with plants on land and in the water!
I'll post pictures of my garden soon.
Thanks for having me! I look forward to learn and sharing with you all.
All the best!
Michelle
