How to Construct a Bog
Pick the spot where you want the bog to be located., Determine the size of the bog you want to construct., Order a pond pump tank with water shut off valve (no pump) from the same place you're buying the liner., Dig your hole the size you want it...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Pick the spot where you want the bog to be located.
Most bogs will need a minimum of 6 hours of full sunlight per day.
Access to a water supply is another important consideration, as your bog will need replenishment from time to time. -
Step 2: Determine the size of the bog you want to construct.
Order a pond liner for your size pond.
A goldfish pond landscaper can help you.
The liner must be at least 6 feet (1.8 m) longer and 6 feet (1.8 m) wider than the hole to compensate for hole depth. , A goldfish pond contractor can do the whole job but this not necessary if your willing to do the work.
A water shut off valve is the type of float valve you see in many toilet tanks.
They allow water to flow when the water level is low, but shuts off the water when it has reached the desired level.
You can use this to control the water level in your bog. , It should be a minimum of 1 1⁄2 foot (0.5 m) deep. , This hole should be 2'x2'x3' deep.
This will be used for the self watering system.
Save the dirt for back filling later. , Make sure the liner over extends past the edges of the hole on all sides. , This is where your water shut off valve will be housed. ,, Cut away any excess liner that might be hanging over the side of the bog area. , This is just like a hose hookup. ,,,, -
Step 3: Order a pond pump tank with water shut off valve (no pump) from the same place you're buying the liner.
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Step 4: Dig your hole the size you want it.
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Step 5: Dig an additional hole at the end closest to a water source.
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Step 6: Install the pond liner.
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Step 7: Install the water level box.
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Step 8: Place the box in the hole so that the top is 2 inches (5.1 cm) above the ground.
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Step 9: Attach the liner to the water level box
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Step 10: using the ring supplied from the original package.
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Step 11: Run a 1/2" water line from water source and hook up to the water level box.
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Step 12: Place river rock or pea gravel on the bottom of into the lined hole to form a place for the water to pond so that your bog is not a mud hole.
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Step 13: Place ground cloth over the stone
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Step 14: to keep the dirt from plugging the stone.
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Step 15: Fill the hole with the topsoil from the soil you dug out.
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Step 16: Turn the water on and set the float so that the water turns off when it is about 8" below ground level.
Detailed Guide
Most bogs will need a minimum of 6 hours of full sunlight per day.
Access to a water supply is another important consideration, as your bog will need replenishment from time to time.
Order a pond liner for your size pond.
A goldfish pond landscaper can help you.
The liner must be at least 6 feet (1.8 m) longer and 6 feet (1.8 m) wider than the hole to compensate for hole depth. , A goldfish pond contractor can do the whole job but this not necessary if your willing to do the work.
A water shut off valve is the type of float valve you see in many toilet tanks.
They allow water to flow when the water level is low, but shuts off the water when it has reached the desired level.
You can use this to control the water level in your bog. , It should be a minimum of 1 1⁄2 foot (0.5 m) deep. , This hole should be 2'x2'x3' deep.
This will be used for the self watering system.
Save the dirt for back filling later. , Make sure the liner over extends past the edges of the hole on all sides. , This is where your water shut off valve will be housed. ,, Cut away any excess liner that might be hanging over the side of the bog area. , This is just like a hose hookup. ,,,,
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