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Garden pond

A garden pond is like a big pool of water that you can put in your backyard or in your garden. It's like a mini-lake and you can make it look really pretty by adding plants and rocks around it.

Before you make your garden pond, you need to pick a spot in your garden that's flat and isn't too sunny or too shady. Then, you need to dig a big hole in the ground that's deep enough for the pond.

Once you've dug the hole, you can line it with a special material called a pond liner. This helps to keep the water in the pond and not leak out into the ground. Then, you can start filling up the pond with water.

After you've filled up the pond with water, you can start adding plants and rocks around the edges. Plants like lilies and water hyacinths are great for ponds because they help to keep the water clean and clear. Rocks also help to make the pond look more natural and can provide places for fish to hide.

If you want, you can also add fish to your pond. Different types of fish like different types of ponds, so make sure to pick fish that will be happy in your garden pond. You'll need to feed them and take care of them, just like any other pets.

A garden pond can be a great addition to your backyard or garden. It's a fun project to build and it's really cool to watch all the plants and fish grow and thrive in your own little ecosystem.
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