The complete guide
Using a solar fountain to keep pond water fresh
This little fountain is as much a pond-keeping tool as an ornament. Set it up to do both jobs well.
Let it break the surface to add oxygen
Position it so the spray disturbs the surface — that is what stirs oxygen into the water. In a fish pond or tank, that gentle aeration helps keep the water fresh and the fish healthy in warm weather.
Use the standing holders in shallow water
In a shallow bird bath or the edge of a pond, fit the four standing holders so the pump sits level and stays put instead of tipping or drifting to the side.
Keep it clean for a steady spray
Rinse the filter and clear the nozzles regularly, especially under trees. A clean pump keeps both the spray lively and the aeration doing its quiet, useful work.