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A water feature is a great addition to any kind of garden, providing a great deal of aesthetic satisfaction as well as adding an interesting feature to the garden environment. There are a great variety of fishponds, however, all with different purposes or requirements in terms of what make great accessories for a fishpond.
Choosing outdoor water features can therefore be a tricky process, and must be focused on the specific pond. Some people may require something to minimize the negative effects of wild animals on the water, or perhaps to keep intrusive growths of plants such as algae to a minimum.
Other gardeners will perhaps favour a more flamboyant and decorative flourish. Often, a pond's appearance is boosted by an additional water feature such as fountain or waterfall, which can add a touch if understated grandeur to the garden set-up.
This kind of thing may be suitable for some ponds, but fishponds exist primarily to keep fish in, and water features may not fit with this kind of set-up. One thing that fish keepers always need though, is a handheld net with a long handle.
A net is useful for removing fish if the pond requires maintenance or the fish some kind of medical examination. It can also be used to keep the water clear from debris and excess weed.
Keeping wild animals or even domestic cats away from the fish in a pond is a perennial issue for gardeners. One accessory which can be installed to help with this is a small electric fence around the fishpond. This administers a small electric shock to any animals which touch the fence, in apparently harmless doses.
This is an effective method of preventing predation of pond fish, but it can be dangerous for children and can seem a little harsh to many gardeners who like to see wild mammals and birds in their gardens. Often, a replica of a predator is used instead, such as heron, as these are territorial birds and may be fooled into thinking that another heron is already resident. Some experts refute this assertion though, claiming that it may actually encourage predators.
Another decorative flourish can be achieved with some kind of sculptured feature such as a statue. Rock sculptures can give a pond a rustic feel, especially alongside the right kind of plants. Gnomes are still popular with many people, who appreciate the kitsch humor of seeing a gnome with a fishing rod at a pond's edge.
Temperature management is a key issue for many pond owners, especially if they are keeping fish. It is unwise to try and feed fish at temperatures of less than ten degrees centigrade, for example. A pH tester is another useful accessory, keeping the right balance between acid and alkali can be crucial to a pond's health.
What should always be remembered is that ideas for great accessories for a fishpond can be obtained by having a good look round at what has worked for other people who own fishponds, and to try and incorporate those features which most appeal into personal conceptions.
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