The Benefits of Backyard Ponds

Many of us have appreciated the serenity of a backyard pond at some point. A pond can be a stunning landscape features that makes a backyard seem welcoming and exotic, relaxing and calm. Your family and friends will derive great pleasure from a backyard pond that is the focal point of your landscaping. However, did you know that a backyard pond can also benefit local wildlife?

Depending on the region where you live many wildlife species may enjoy the benefits of your pond. Butterflies, birds, turtles, snails, fish, frogs and bugs all have something to gain from access to a pond. By attacting the native fauna you will enhance the enjoymnet that your pond gives you.

Humans Love Ponds Too

If you expand the term "local wildlife" to include your family and friends, you'll see that there are many benefits to creating a pond in your garden. It has been proven that there are health benefits in practicing relaxation techniques, and spending time by a garden pond is a relaxing endeavor. Sitting by your backyard pond if you are feeling stressed is almost guaranteed to improve your day.

Backyard ponds can enhance your life. They can be mean many things to different members of the family: a way of exploring nature, a quiet area for reflection and relaxation, a place to educate children about their environment or a unique landscaping feature.

Pond Pets

Backyard ponds can even provide an environment for special pets. Koi make popular fish pets that are at home in a backyard pond. Koi are closely related to carp, and they can grow to be up to 36 inches long. They have been known to live from 30 to 50 years, so keeping koi is not exactly a short-term or casual hobby.

However, if you make a commitment to care for long-living fish like koi, they will reward you by adding to the tranquility of your pond. Watching these graceful fish swim and interact with each other is a peaceful experience.

Designing Backyard Ponds

Due to the popularity of backyard ponds, you will find pond kits in nearly any garden center or superstore and you'll find easy instructions to build a backyard pond here. If you would prefer to have a professional handle the installation, many landscaping firms should be able to help and by grabbing a copy of "How To Build Your Own Garden Pond" you'll be well equipped to discuss your pond requirements.