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Which DIY Pond Kit Should I Choose?
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The Pond Guy AllClear Ecosystem Pond Kit
The Pond Guy AllClear Ecosystem Pond Kit
The Pond Guy RapidFlo Ecosystem Pond Kit
The Pond Guy RapidFlo Ecosystem Pond Kit

Which DIY Pond Kit Should I Choose?

Asked By: Wanda of Marine City, MI

Ponds are as unique and diverse as the people who own them. When building your first pond, you can design a custom layout to suit your space and aesthetic. Do you want a large Aquascape with lots of fish or a shallow water garden with waterfalls and lush plants? Whatever you want, you can select a pond kit that is the right fit.

Small Pond Kits

The Pond Guy AllClear Ecosystem Pond Kit

This is the most versatile small pond kit, perfect for DIY water gardens and koi ponds.

The AllClear Ecosystem Pond Kit includes:

  • Pressure Filter with Mechanical, Biological, and UVC Pond Filters
  • Small Waterfall Filter for Mechanical Waterfall Filtration
  • Submersible Pond Pump with Pre-Filter Solids Pump (for Debris up to 1/4")
  • EPDM Pond Liner and Underlayment
  • Foam Waterfall Sealant
  • Tubing and Hardware

These kits will build water gardens up to 2,000 gallons. Consider adding a debris skimmer or netting if your pond gets a lot of fall leaves or other large debris.

Aquascape AquaGarden Mini Pond Kit

Do you long for a backyard pond but lack the space? This mini pond kit is small enough to fit on your patio or balcony, so you can enjoy the soothing atmosphere of aquatic plants and moving water anywhere.

The Aquascape AquaGarden Mini Pond Kit includes:

  • Water Garden Container with Optional Stand
  • Mini Waterfall with Pump and LED Waterfall Lighting
  • Aquatic Planting Media and Decorative Gravel
  • Tubing and Hardware
  • Optional Aquatic Plant Grow Light

Create a custom mini water garden suitable for small spaces and equipped to house small plants and fish.

Large Pond Kits

The Pond Guy RapidFlo Ecosystem Pond Kit

This large pond kit with a waterfall offers heavy water flow for creating the ultimate backyard pond. It is a perfect option to mask nearby noise with the sound of falling water over a large waterfall or stream.

The RapidFlo Ecosystem Pond Kits include:

  • Debris Skimmer Filter that Handles Leaves and Large Debris
  • Waterfall Filter with Biological Filtration
  • Pond Waterfall Pump Kit for Continuous, High-Flow Operation
  • LED Waterfall Lighting to Bring Your Pond to Life at Night
  • Beneficial Bacteria for Clear Water
  • EPDM Pond Liner and Underlayment
  • Foam Waterfall Sealant
  • Tubing and Hardware

These kits create 1,000-6,100 gallon ponds, so you will have plenty of space to add your favorite plants, and your fish will have lots of room to stretch their fins.

Atlantic Pond Kits

These small, medium, and large pond kits allow you to select the pond size you want while allowing you to pick the pump that will fit your waterfall or stream.

The Atlantic Pond Kits include:

  • Debris Skimmer
  • Waterfall Filter
  • Submersible Pond Pump
  • LED Waterfall Spotlights
  • EPDM Pond Liner and Underlayment
  • Foam Waterfall Sealant
  • Tubing and Hardware

If your pond is in an arid climate, these kits are a fantastic option since they include the Atlantic Skimmer Auto Fill Valve. Connect it to an irrigation line to maintain your desired water level.

Pondless Water Feature Kit

Blue Thumb Cascade Pondfree Waterfall Kits

Do you want the serenity of a waterfall without a full pond? These pondless water feature kits have everything you need to create a relaxing Aquascape in your backyard!

The Blue Thumb Cascade Pondfree Waterfall Kits include:

  • Waterfall Spillway
  • Water Feature Pump Kit with Vault
  • Water Basin Matrix
  • Rubber Pond Liner and Underlayment
  • Sealant, Tubing, and Hardware

Install your new water feature in as little as a weekend and easily spruce it up with plants, décor, rocks, and more.

Learn More About Pond Kits

Selecting a pond kit is a big decision! If you have any questions, call us at 866-766-3435, and one of our pond experts will be happy to help. Check out the guides below for more pond inspiration:

Small Pond Waterfall Ideas & Inspiration
Types of Ponds & Water Features
Raised Garden Ponds
How to Build a Pond
Water Gardens 101