Lycopene is believed to reduce the risk of prostate cancer. Dietary sources of antioxidants known as lycopene include the tomato, which is also rich in vitamin C and other natural antioxidants. Anthocyanins are natural antioxidants that may help the body maintain healthy blood sugar levels.
Research plants native to your area that can be used to shade a garden pond. Native plants require less maintenance and have a higher chance of flourishing. Also, make sure you know how tall and wide the plant will be when fully mature. This will help you when spacing out your plants.
Prepare for Pond Installation. Look at your yard to be sure that you have enough space for a Koi pond. You need a large area that is at least three feet deep and can hold 1,000 gallons volume. Also, put your Koi pond in an area that gets four full hours of sun per day. layer of sand or thin under layer may also be added prior to installing the liner. This prevents ripping or tearing. Fill the pond with water. As the pond fills smooth out wrinkles in the liner and create folds where necessary. Also, check for leaks and allow the pond to settle.