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The Pond Shop has central Minnesota's largest selection of pond products for the beginning water gardener to the seasoned professional. We offer a large supply of aquatic plants, fish, water treatments and very knowledgeable advice from the people who install ponds for a living. We offer pumps of all sizes, fountains, plumbing, skimmers, Aqua Falls, bulk or custom pond liners & accessories. The Pond Shop is located on the premises of Scenic Specialties Landscape Center. Our 14 Acre Showplace features several installed ponds and landscaping. Take a moment and stroll around our beautifully landscaped farm. Gaze into our ponds and feed the fish. Enjoy the sounds of nature, gather some great ideas, and talk with the pond professionals at The Pond Shop. Take a walk or sit in the shade—there is truly something for everyone at Scenic Specialties Landscape Center.
- Skimmers, AquaFalls, pumps, liner, underlayment
- Pumps for every application from 60 gph. to over 10,000 gph.
- We carry a complete line of floating fountains from Kasco and Otterbine.
- We also carry bulk and custom cut 45 mil. EPDM fish safe liner. From 10’, 15’, 20’, 30’ & 50’ widths in any length- up to 100’
- We also stock a huge array of every plumbing supply and accessory you need to complete your project. Flex PVC tubing, check valves, water treatments, underwater lights, filtration media, fittings, silicon, waterfall foam, and PVC glue.’
- Novelty spitter fountains, and small ornamental fountain heads.
- Winterizing equipment from netting to heaters and aerators.
- Several gadgets to catch your fish, and debris.
Display Ponds- Which type of water feature is best for you?
Water features can be installed virtually anywhere and can enhance and naturalize any environment. Today, homeowners are transforming their yards and lives by adding an environmentally friendly water feature to their yard. Adding a water feature re-establishes your connection with nature unlike any other landscape feature. Eliminating a similar-sized piece of high maintenance lawn allows for actually less maintenance and eliminates the need to cut grass forever. Visit our 14 acre showplace and view one of over 6 installed water features, to help decide which one best fits your style. Experience the many benefits of owning a fountain, bubbler, just-a-falls or pond before making the investment. By taking the guess work out, we’ve made it easy for you to create your very own private sanctuary.
Aquatic Plants
Plants gently and quietly give your pond living beauty. Unlike their terrestrial counterparts, aquatic plants are self-watering. The only thing better than that is the huge selection of them you will find in stock at the Pond Shop. Shop our Aquatic House for a huge selection of water plants, including marginal bog plants, oxygenators, native species and tropical or hardy water lilies.
Fish-The perfect Pet
A shimmer and a sparkle– a flash of life. A glimpse of brilliantly colored fish adds so much excitement to your water garden. Fish help support the natural ecosystem of your pond and reduce the overall maintenance. Fish open up a whole new world to water gardening. Fish will actually learn how to eat out of your hand and develop their own individual personalities! Come and see our huge selection of Premium Koi, Butterfly Koi, Shubunkins, and fan tail goldfish ranging in size from 4-12". Our fish have the most vivid color patterns you will find. Therefore, we have put great effort into how we showcase our fish so you will be able to be certain the fish you have selected will give you the best show. We also have food supplies for your favorite aquatic friends.
Water Treatments
A properly installed water feature works with nature, not against it. If all elements are in place, you will have crystal clear water without the use of harmful chemicals. We carry a wide selection of fish and environmentally safe water treatments that will help you keep a perfect balance within your water feature.
Complete Pond Kits, Skimmers, Aquafalls, Pumps, Liner, Tubing, accessories.
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| The Pond Shop is the source for water gardening in central Minnesota |
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Estimating your pond
Calculations
1 gallon of water = 8.35 lbs.
1 square foot of water = 7.48 gallons
1 acre foot = 1 acre of water 1 foot deep = 326,000 gallons
1 acre = 43,560 square feet |
Q.How do you determine the approximate amount of gallons in a pond?
Gallons = length (ft.) x width (ft.) x average depth (ft.) x 7.48
Q. How do you determine what size 45mil EPDM liner is required for the pond?
Determining the required liner to construct a pond is very simple. Take the deepest point in the pond, multiply it by two and add it to your length and width. Example: 11 ft. x 16 ft. pond, 2 ft. deep. Take twice the depth, 2 ft. x 2 ft. = 4 ft., add 4 ft. to you length and width. This pond would require a minimum 15 ft. x 20 ft. liner.
Q . How much water can flow through a certain diameter pipe?
Pipe Diameter Max Gallons/Hour
1.5” 2,200
2” 4,800
Two-2” pipes 9,600
3” 10,500
Q. How do I determine the quantity of rock I will need to “rock-in” the pond?
Quantity of boulders in a pond (tons)= length (ft.) x width (ft.) / 65
Quantity of 1/4-3 inch gravel (tons) = tons of boulders x .45
Quantity of boulders used in a stream= 3/4 ton per 10 ft. stream length
Quantity of 1/4-3 inch inch gravel (tons)= 1/3 ton per 10 ft. stream length
Approximate 3/4-11/4 tons of boulders to build around the face of your standard Aqua Falls.
Example: 11 ft. x 16 ft. pond with the waterfall right next to the pond.
Boulders:11 ft. x 16 ft.= 177 ft./2.7 or 3 tons of boulders (round off to be on the safe side). Try not to use all the same size boulders. We use a mixture of 6 to 12 inch and 12 to 16 inch granite. You can also include an additional large boulder (1/2 ton 16-36 inch boulders) to set into the edge of the pond. This makes a great stepping point for feeding the fish.
Gravel:3 tons of boulders x .45 = 1.35 or 1.5 tons 1/4-3 inch decorative gravel. Add one additional ton of boulders or accent stone for the face of the waterfall in front of the BioFalls.
Note: these formulas may change slightly depending on the type and weight of the stone the pond is built with.
Q.How do you determine the electrical cost to operate a pump?
Cost per month = amps x volts/1000 x $ per kilowatt hour x 24 hours x 30.4 days
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