An artificial or naturally made pond on your property is a beautiful landscape addition. You can incorporate fish, aquatic plants, and nearby seating to boost the pond's aesthetic and peacefulness. But what about water features like floating fountains? Here are some reasons you should consider adding one to your backyard pond.

3 Benefits of Floating Fountains

1. Relaxation

Many people think ponds are relaxing. The movement of water rippling in a breeze and the tranquility of the overall environment make ponds comforting. A floating fountain can increase that sense of peace, calm, and relaxation due to the sound of water falling gently from the fountain and into the pond. Your pond's aquatic life, like turtles, frogs, and fish, may also appear livelier because the fountain circulates the water and oxygen through the pond. 

2. More Oxygen for the Water

Adding a floating fountain is healthy for ponds. This water feature takes water from the pond's surface and pushes it deep, transporting more oxygen throughout the pond. Fish living in the pond will benefit from swimming in highly-oxygenated water, but it also reduces the risk of excessive algae and weed growth. 

Too many aquatic weeds and algae can turn any pond into a breeding ground for unwanted insects and bacteria harmful to fish. A floating fountain will provide oxygenation and aeration to keep the water healthy and clean. 

3. Healthy Pond Ecosystem

The water movement and oxygenation produced by the floating fountain help the pond maintain a healthy ecosystem. As the fountain's pipes bring up water and spray streams back onto the pond, it allows for the separation of debris and sediment in the water. The separation helps minimize algae growth. Without algae control, the algae will rob the water of vital oxygen, nutrients, and sunlight that fish and aquatic plants need for survival. 

Are you ready to install a floating fountain in your backyard pond? If so, reach out to Clearly Aquatics in Bloomfield, NY. These mobile water garden professionals have over 15 years of experience transforming landscapes with pond and floating fountain installation. They also offer exceptional pond maintenance services like aeration or aquatic weed and algae control. Call (585) 657-7679 to request service, or visit them online to view their complete list of services.