Can I use an old bathtub as a koi pond?
by Fran Ellis
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I was given an old cast iron tub. I want a koi pond, and wondered if this would work?
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Yes! This will give you ideas!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qz-XYeXa90M
you could probably do it. You would need to have a pump for air and water circulation, and be careful where you place it because birds will easily pick out the fish. I would research as much as possible or ask a garden center that specializes in ponds.
Here's an article with some tips:
https://www.hunker.com/13426072/how-to-turn-an-old-bathtub-into-a-pond
Good luck!
https://www.hunker.com/13426072/how-to-turn-an-old-bathtub-into-a-pond
Yes. I have 3 large goldfish in mine. They have been there for several years. You will need electricity to run a pump.
I think a bathtub would work fine. Don't forget that you will need a pump. You don't want standing water for mosquitoes. Sounds like a good idea. Good luck with it.
Hi Fran, Here's a link that has some ideas! https://www.google.com/search?q=pictures+of+koi+ponds+made+from+bathtubs&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjOy6SPyefWAhXCTCYKHR4HDjUQsAQIJw&biw=1600&bih=794
Have fun!