kmetzger Posted August 14, 2021 Report Share Posted August 14, 2021 I have had a nice small fish pond in my garden for many years but stopped using it 3 years ago when my electric bill skyrocketed because of the pump I was using. My fish pond guy, Jose Luis Preciado, is no longer doing business at his old location in Ajijic. I am now thinking about restarting the pond but with an energy efficient pump and some water plants. Does anyone know of a place here or in Chapala to buy water plants and pumps? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mainecoons Posted August 14, 2021 Report Share Posted August 14, 2021 I've got some extra fish if you want them. It will have to wait until we return from trip, by that time you should have it up and running again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmetzger Posted August 14, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 14, 2021 Thank you. I'll be in touch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stream Posted August 15, 2021 Report Share Posted August 15, 2021 Aquaponics pumps are pretty good. Not sure if an air pump is lower power but air rising stirs water and you can channeel the rising air through a pipe to cause current whhere you want water to flow. Air stones might plug more than a water pump alone. I do know the water pumps are quieter than big air pumps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lcscats Posted August 15, 2021 Report Share Posted August 15, 2021 I just use a dual output aquarium air pump with two large long air stones. Everything available at pet store next to Soriana. My pond is about 8 ft wide. I don't pump water just air into the pond. Stream is right it is a little bit noisy compared to a water pump. I built an overflow spot in the pond and when I add water it goes over into a trench and waters the edge of the lawn. Have not seen any measurable Chrorine in the street water but do measure before adding fish or let the water set for a week with an air stone running. I just use goldfish from pet store. Build cover for fish to keep birds away if your pond is in open area. I have thought of putting some gravel in bottom of pond and using an under the gravel air driven filter but found its not needed. Adding a little water each week takes care of things. We get much pleasure out of our pond and hope you will also. Water Lillies available from LCS or Nursery behind super lake. Good Luck!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiko Posted August 15, 2021 Report Share Posted August 15, 2021 Solar powered fountain pumps with one small panel are available. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmh Posted August 15, 2021 Report Share Posted August 15, 2021 Gold fish are really tough so not much is needed but kois are a different thing, they are very fragile.. If you do not want to have tons of fish do not mix kois and gold fish, they breed like crazy.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aimee918 Posted August 15, 2021 Report Share Posted August 15, 2021 I’m looking to build some small container ponds. Patio ponds. Does anyone have ideas about where to buy large containers on the cheap? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happyjillin Posted August 15, 2021 Report Share Posted August 15, 2021 On the cheap seldom gets you quality which is what I would be looking for in an aesthetically pleasing and labour intensive water garden. Find somebody to make you a fiberglass one to the size and shape of your choice if it's in ground that your looking for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aimee918 Posted August 15, 2021 Report Share Posted August 15, 2021 Thanks for your thoughts on it, happyjillin! Resourcefulness can be artful. I’m into building something from nothing and making it beautiful. Paying someone else to make a thing is just less satisfying for my bizarro self. The journey and all. Step one: a vessel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mostlylost Posted August 15, 2021 Report Share Posted August 15, 2021 Home Depot has pots similar to the 2nd picture made of a resin or plastic. I have had a palm planted in one outside for years. Also fired clay available in Tonala at many locations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happyjillin Posted August 15, 2021 Report Share Posted August 15, 2021 46 minutes ago, Aimee918 said: Thanks for your thoughts on it, happyjillin! Resourcefulness can be artful. I’m into building something from nothing and making it beautiful. Paying someone else to make a thing is just less satisfying for my bizarro self. The journey and all. Step one: a vessel If it's large your looking for-maybe a watering trough for horses? Or when I was in the antique biz,i handled a few of these galvanized tubs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aimee918 Posted August 15, 2021 Report Share Posted August 15, 2021 Yes! I think that could work. any idea where I can buy one in ajijic or chapala? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happyjillin Posted August 15, 2021 Report Share Posted August 15, 2021 The tin smiths around here are quite talented and reasonably priced. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mostlylost Posted August 15, 2021 Report Share Posted August 15, 2021 If you are looking for galvanized tubs for livestock possibly you could find them in Jocotepec at one of the farm supply stores or hardware stores. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aimee918 Posted August 15, 2021 Report Share Posted August 15, 2021 Mostlylost and happyjillin - you folks are terrific! My next questions was where to find a farm store! I appreciate your support. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mostlylost Posted August 15, 2021 Report Share Posted August 15, 2021 5 minutes ago, Aimee918 said: Mostlylost and happyjillin - you folks are terrific! My next questions was where to find a farm store! I appreciate your support. Just head to Joco Go to a hardware store show them the picture someone will know where. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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