Running water provides a sound that is recommended for its soothing qualities and its ability to refresh and to calm the soul. If you close your eyes you can imagine the sounds of a running stream, as you sit on the bank with your toes being tickled by the water as it rushes by; you are surrounded by the sounds of nature and the water as it flows past. This image of peace and tranquility is stimulated by the familiarity of the sounds of the water. By building your own pond you can experience this joy every day.
As you begin designing your garden pond, choose an area that will not be subject to too many falling leaves which will rot in the pond. Depending on the size of your block you may choose a location at the end of a winding path to draw people through the garden to the sound of running water from a waterfall. In a more urban area you may choose a location close to the house so that you can hear the sounds of the pond from inside the house.
There are other benefits in addition to the calming effects that your garden pond design will provide; the wonders of nature may also become available to you. A well-designed garden pond will not only provide an oasis for the human members of the family, animals may also enjoy it. You shouldn't be surprised if your new pond attracts song birds, frogs, turtles and other water-loving creatures. You can also consider adding fish to a pond. Fish in the colors of gold, yellow, black and white will provide a stunning contrast to the various greens of the aquatic plants and the darker water of the pond.
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