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Water Garden Types and Sizes
Water Garden Types
Water gardens are not difficult to incorporate into the landscape as long as important considerations are kept in mind. Two basic styles of water gardens exist, formal and informal.Formal water gardens have symmetric or geometric shapes and are used with neatly pruned shrubs and trees, in the middle of a large expanse of lawn, or as a focal point of a garden. The effect created is that of order and clear planning.
Informal water gardens consist of irregular shapes that are more often associated with nature. The water garden border blends into the surrounding landscape without clear definition. This type looks completely at home in the country or city. The type of water garden chosen should work with the style of your existing gardens.
Water Garden sizes
Once the particular style of water garden is chosen, selecting the appropriate size is next. Keep the size of pool in scale with the area that it is located in. The types of plants desired will also help determine size.Site requirements include placing your water garden in a location where runoff from the surrounding landscape will not occur. Although it looks most natural to place the garden in a low-lying area, surface water will need to be diverted so it runs around the garden instead of into it. Soil under the water garden should be well drained to prevent heaving and possible flooding of the pool. In many situations, it will be necessary to line the area with several inches of sand to level it out and prevent injury to the liner.
Sunlight requirements vary with the type of plants selected. Water lilies need a minimum of 6 hours of sunlight to produce flowers. If your site is shady, you will need plants that can tolerate less sun: however, it is best to choose a site away from overhanging trees. Decaying leaves can rob plants and fish of oxygen as well as clogging pumps and filters.
Locate your water garden where it can be enjoyed. It should also be located near electrical and water sources for convenience in pump operation and filling of the pool. Remember that water ponds, even though quite shallow, can be dangerous for young children. In this case, a tub garden may be a better solution.
Before beginning installation of your water garden, check with your local authorities for any zoning ordinances or regulations. In many cases, water gardens deeper than 18 inches will require a fence or wall.
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