Garden pond design does not just have to be categorised into the standard shape garden pond that is home to a few cold water fish. There are many different types of design you can choose from, each having different positive attributes.

The standard garden pond

This can be a focal point in your garden and be home to many different types of wildlife. From amphibians to fish and even small mammals this will provide a brilliant habitat for lots of different organisms. This type of pond will usually have a filtration system and be home to a few varieties of cold water fish.

A koi pond

Koi ponds have to be a certain size and a certain depth so the fish have enough room to grow and be comfortable with their environment. Keeping koi is a brilliant hobby and many people spend numerous hours each week taking care of their koi and checking for problems. The water environment in this pond needs to be more closely controlled.

The formal pond

This type of pond can double up as a spectacular water feature. Sometimes the owners of these ponds just want to create a statement and the pond may only have crystal clear water and symmetrical planting.