There are koi ponds and then there are KOI PONDS. This one falls into the latter category.
Good Earth Water Gardens is working with clients in Loch Lloyd who have a koi pond that includes a moat around part of their home. The homeowners reached out to us when they purchased the home a to figure out what it would take to renovate the dormant water feature. Now, we’re pleased that the project has come to life – better than ever.
Koi Pond Renovations
The new homeowners remodeled their home inside and out. Last fall, it was finally time to tackle the water feature.
Originally, it was a spring-fed koi pond and a partial moat. However, the water feature had fallen into disrepair. Some concrete areas needed to be removed and plumbing had frozen and burst. The original pump house needed to go and a new plumbing system had to be installed.
Good Earth Water Gardens partnered Andy Wright with Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping and the homeowners to design a water feature that maximizes the existing layout while also adding natural boulders and waterfalls. The design takes advantage of the natural landscape and considers the different vantage points from within the house. The end result is dramatic – but is built on the same principles we use when designing any size water feature.
Improving Koi Pond Water Quality
Before the renovation, the pond water was cloudy and lacked circulation. Even though the water from the top pond overflowed into the lower pond, there wasn’t enough oxygen in the water to support a healthy pond ecosystem.
We remedied this by adding more filtration and more pumps. The original design moved about 6,000 to 8,000 gallons of water each hour. Now, the new design pushes about 40,000 gallons an hour. Thanks to new plumbing, more rock and active koi, this ecosystem pond is now flourishing. The homeowners are thrilled and we’re pleased to keep the water feature in tip-top shape with monthly maintenance.
Design the Koi Pond That’s Right For You
Before the renovation, the pond water was cloudy and lacked circulation. Even though the water from the top pond overflowed into the lower pond, there wasn’t enough oxygen in the water to support a healthy pond ecosystem.
We remedied this by adding more filtration and more pumps. The original design moved about 6,000 to 8,000 gallons of water each hour. Now, the new design pushes about 40,000 gallons an hour. Thanks to new plumbing, more rock and active koi, this ecosystem pond is now flourishing. The homeowners are thrilled and we’re pleased to keep the water feature in tip-top shape with monthly maintenance.
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