How To Make A Container Pond - Stock Tank Pond - Solar Powered!

Making a container pond is a great alternative to digging in a pond in your yard. You can make a container pond out of anything that can hold water, a bucket, barrel, pot, bucket, or stock tank all make great container ponds. Make sure to keep your water circulating in your pond, plant lots of plants and enjoy!

You can pick up stock tanks like the one I used on craigslist or at your local feed store. Here are some smaller containers to consider:

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[sharmclean]

I just bought a galvanized 100 gallon stock tank I was going to use for my fish inside my home for the winter. I ended up taking it back as the galvanized steel lets off zinc which can kill fish. I read lots of studies on it. It is good for plants, other animals, but not fish due to the zinc. Good luck I hope you fish are not showing signs of zinc poisoning.

[dmotta]

I have been wanting to make a small pond. I like your video the best. I’m going to try this one.

[rfashion]

This is by far the best outdoor container pond tutorial video on YouTube. Thank you so much.

[MehvMehv]

You sir, are a literal genius. Planting water lilies in kitty litter. It’s just inspired.

[palife]

I love the budget friendly way of doing the project. Well made video

[musicalmarion]

Great idea, although I wanted to add that Lilies don't like moving water too much, so a small pump is probably best if you're adding them

[DMike]

I love container ponds. This one is real cool.

[sissysimpson]

The filter for the pump was the best thanks

[tiffgm]

Thank you so much I was trying to figure out how to make a basin for my fountain. Never thought of Tupperware 🤯🤯

[tezzmvx]

thanks for the tip for creating an extra box for the solar water pump … will look into making one as mine gets cogged up and need to check weekly.

[MommyFiras]

Warm greetings from Indonesia
Thanks Dad for sharing wonderful container pond
Wish you always healthy and happy
God bless you and family

[jacquiehumphrey]

Thank you so much, I am itching to build some small ponds now I understand how too.

[spacepanda]

if you live in the northern Virginia area stop by the monthly PVAS meeting. We're always selling aquarium/pond plants, fish, & supplies. Duckweed is easy someone will pay you to take it away lol

[sunnydazewithdawn]

Very helpful video!! I'm trying to figure out how to make a small pond outdoors.

[TheDIYGuy-utee]

Great job buddy. We want to add a pond with a little river stream or waterfall feature and that was very helpful. As always I enjoy watching your videos keep up the good work.

[T_Rou_Fish_Videos]

Pretty cool. I like the solar power pump.

[ALLDAYEVERYDAYKIM]

With my pads I just secured them in the aquarium like under a rock or some wood no substrate whatsoever and they grew like crazy I think it's the fish waste but your correct they will grow within like 2 or 3 days

[Beyond_The_Odyssey]

I’ve always wanted a koi pond but I don’t own my own place yet. Now I can take it with me when I move!!

[rebeccals]

Hi...I have no clue how to do this, but in watching your video, you sure made me feel better that it isn't difficult...I am looking at a 40 gallon Tuff Stuff rubber tank that is 40"x27"x13" You sure gave me an insight...Thanks so much...I've subscribed too!

[rolandrees]

Hay this is a great video! Now, the next time try a extra heavy duty plastic water trough from TSC. I for one feel yours will be toxic to fish, Maybe not however! Gosh what great idea to build on.