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Selecting
a Pump
From the smallest barrel garden to the largest koi pond,
no water garden can survive very long without water movement. And
for water movement, a pump is essential. The pump has been
called the "heart of the pond" because it keeps
the water circulating and the pond healthy. In addition, the
most popular water features includes water movement.
A cascading, bubbling stream adds interest and serenity to
the garden, while a waterfall can create a dramatic centerpiece.
Fountains provide the additional benefit of aerating the water,
essential for providing a healthy environment for fish. Water
movement is also needed for filters that help keep the water
clear.
To maintain a healthy pond, experts recommend circulating
the water at least once every two hours. This means that,
for a 1000 gallon pond, you will need to pump at least 500
gallons per hour. A 500 GPH, or larger, pump will be needed.
The higher the pump must push the water, the less water will
be pumped. The term head height is used to indicate the rise,
measuring how high the water must be pumped for a particular
application. Every ten feet of tubing the water is pumped
through adds resistance equal to one foot of rise, reducing
pump flow.
When selecting a pump, look for the GPH at each head height,
as well as the maximum height that the unit will pump. At
maximum height (called max. head) the pump only puts out a
trickle of water. Use the information provided to find a pump
suitable for your needs.
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Contact
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Mail
Address: Just Liners, Inc.
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O. Box 79
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Bogota,
TN 38007
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