According to Feng Shui (Chinese geomancy) a moving source of water within your home or in the garden is a perfect ying and yang. Even without adhering to the basics of Feng Shui, a water garden is one great way to transform your home and garden into a tranquil spot where you can relax and enjoy “nature.”

There are several ways to add a water source in your garden. You can opt for “fountainscapes” and “pond-less” waterfall but the most fulfilling one is an ecosystem pond. An ecosystem pond will provide a source of food and shelter for the wildlife in your garden. The ecosystem pond will provide the venue for a symbiotic relationship with the butterflies, birds, bees, bacteria, algae and the fishes in the pond.

Taking into consideration that you already have a pond, (natural or man-made) you still need a pump for the water to circulate and in the process oxygenate it. A filter system is also needed for the pond to be “clean”. There are two types of filters than you should use: mechanical filters and biological filters. Biological filters are the plants that could remove the extra nutrients in the pond water as these nutrients feed algae. Too much algae is not good for the fishes in the pond. A mechanical filter will rid the pond of dirt and other debris that accumulated in the pond’s basin. It is best to line up the floor of the pond with gravel and rock to absorb the harmful ultra-violet rays of the sun.

There are five types of fish that will thrive well in a pond setting:

1.Koi -This fish can grow to a length of 2 feet. It requires a lot of pond space that the pond should be at least 5 feet deep. There are expensive and cheap varieties but no matter which breed you choose, consider kois are heavy feeders. It will eat the plants in the pond.

2.Gold Fish – This fish can adapt to almost any environment. They are hardy as they could live to up to 10 years. They are low maintenance and are not fussy feeders.

3.Red Comet – This breed is great for ponds located in hot regions as they can thrive in temperatures from 39