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Want Them All · 01-12-2010, 01:15 AM

I'm contemplating the idea of putting a small pond, 5' x 5', depth is at least 2'. Shape can be circular, oval, or free form. Purpose is to have lilies growing in it, NOT for fish although I'll probably have some small fish to control mosquito larvae. Should I have the pond level with the ground or have it raised above ground? Inground involves lots of digging, which I don't mind, I'll dig a little each day. Above ground can provide someplace to sit on (the raised border of the pond), and is probably much more costly (have to buy a prefab "tub"). At this time I'm more inclined to go with inground, even though I realize that the grass clippings will fill the pond every time the lawn is mowed.

Thanks for any input/advice.

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