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Plant limit in container pond

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    Posted by statto (U3748792) on Tuesday, 11th April 2006

    Hi
    I've just invested in a half (actually more like 1/3) wooden barrel to create a container pond for my patio. It's a 24" width barrel, and I'd reckon 18" - 24" deep. So fare I have a pygmy water lily, one oxygenating plant and a small water iris in situ. These are all small and not yet esablished plants, but I'd be interested to hear opinions about how much I can safely plant without restricting room/growth. Also, are a couple of goldfish a goer? The volume is far more than my indoor fish tank which accomodates 3 small goldfish quite happily. Would they be OK in the heat of summer (assuming the plants provide some cover) and cold of winter?
    Thanks

    Statto

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    Posted by LottyLover (U3761160) on Thursday, 13th April 2006

    hi

    Apparently fish need to be in at least 2ft of water to survive real heat and real cold. I have a container pond sunk on my allotment but this is to attract wildlife and so no fish at all. I dont know about plants as i am off myself to buy some tomorrow in preparation for the frogspawn.

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