Each pond that Royal Oak Landscape installs is completely customized, no two ponds are identical. When designing each water feature, we take into consideration the existing landscaping and the specific needs of each individual customer and their home.
We suggest using a garden hose to help define the shape of your pond. Since a garden hose is flexible, it can be positioned into various shapes, allowing you to decide how you want your pond to look. Once you have decided on a shape, you can use marking paint to outline the shape of the pond.
A pond must be constructed correctly in order for it to be the low-maintenance, natural, back yard paradise you desire. The key is to work with Mother Nature and not against her; making sure that the aquatic ecosystem is always in balance. There are six key elements that work together to keep this system in balance:
If any of these items are not present, such as the fish or gravel at the bottom of the pond, it can throw the ecosystem off balance and could mean trouble for your pond. All of these things not only need to be present, but also need to be cultivated in proportion for the system to work properly. It is also possible to have too many of these items present, such as plants or fish, which can also cause the system to be off balance. With a new pond, sometimes a little trial and error is needed.
Each pond is unique and maintenance can be affected by several things: nearby trees, pets and wildlife and weather conditions and temperature; even overfeeding the fish can be a factor to maintenance. When you have a new pond installed, keep a close eye on it for the first few months to observe its individual requirements.
That’s virtually all there is to it. The only thing left for you to do, is to sit back and enjoy your water feature!
We use the “AQUASCAPE SYSTEM” creating a low maintenance, self contained ecosystem
Fish are a vital part of any naturally-balanced aquatic ecosystem. Goldfish and Koi are the most popular types of fish that are kept in a water garden. These fish are friendly, easy to care for, fun to watch and they eat insect larvae that are laid in the water, helping to control mosquitoes.
These fish come in various sizes and colors with intriguing body patterns. Before purchasing any fish, be sure to research the requirements of each. It is also a good idea to test your water first before introducing any fish and do not overstock.
For new ponds we usually recommend one inch of fish per square foot of pond surface. For older, established ponds you can have two to three inches of fish per square foot of pond surface.
Aquatic plants are also essential to your pond’s ecosystem. They help keep the water crystal clear and provide needed oxygen and shade to the pond’s inhabitants. Plants are the jewels of a water garden. They had texture, beauty, color and fragrance; creating a striking atmosphere which compliments the rest of the water feature.
If you are a do-it-yourselfer, we have pond kits available for sale. Each kit comes with the 20 components listed below as well as a 20-step set of instructions that will take you through the process of installing a water feature. Call our office for pricing information on these kits.
Scroll down for the “Sample Packages” to see what it would cost to have the water feature installed by us.
Complete Mini Pond Kit From Aquascapes — 20 Components
Special packages include: a complete mini pond kit, materials (boulders/gravel/mulch), labor and delivery charge. Plants and fish not included, but available upon request. Streams and additional waterfalls are priced upon request. Streams are an additional $175 per linear foot, up to 20 linear feet (depending on materials). Over 20 linear feet, call the office for pricing and more information. Waterfalls are based on height, size and materials selected. Prices below are approximate. Location, ground conditions and other concerns may impact final price.
Package A: approximately 4′ X 6′ pond
Approximate install price including materials, labor and delivery:
$4,000.00 plus tax
Package B: approximately 6′ X 11′ pond
Approximate install price including materials, labor and delivery:
$4,600.00 plus tax
Package C: approximately 11′ X 11′ pond
Approximate install price including materials, labor and delivery: $5,400.00 plus tax
Package D: approximately 11′ X 16′ pond
Approximate install price including materials, labor and delivery:
$6,000.00 plus tax
Aquatic Plants:
Marginals – assorted grasses, Iris, Cattail, Pickeral rush, Sweetflag & day lilies that border pond edges.
Hardy Water Lilies – produce pads that float & brilliant color flowers that do not need to be taken up in the winter.
Oxygenators – work beneath the water, partially filtering it & adding dissolved oxygen for the fish (Hornwart, Canadian pondweed & Water Crowsfoot).
Floating Annual Flowers – these must be taken indoors over the winter or replaced in the spring due to the cold in Connecticut , but provide beautiful color throughout the summer & fall (Water Hyacinth & Water Lettuce).
Pond Fish & Koi: Please contact our office for more information.
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