Solar garden fountains are very easy to set up and are convenient as they do not need wiring from a power source. Instead photovoltaic cells in the solar power panels, either built into the the fountain or placed separately, collect energy from the sun during the day to power the fountain’s pump.
Choosing a Solar Garden Fountain
Fountains can be purchased with either solar panels built into the base of the fountain or separate so that they can be hung in the sunlight on posts or trees. This allows the fountain to be placed in the shade, under a tree or an arbor for instance. Before you buy your fountain decide where it will be placed and which type will be more suitable.
How to Set up a Solar Garden Fountain
Most solar garden fountains need no installation and are very easy to set up. For a fountain with separate panels place them on a hard surface, on a tree or wall or mount them on a wooden stake firmly planted in the ground. Make sure that they in a position to collect sunlight all through the day.
Storing the Sun’s Energy
Most of the solar panels supplied with garden fountains do not store energy so will not work through the night. On sunny days they will work most efficiently but on overcast days water may pump slowly or the water may stop moving altogether. During the winter when it is frosty or icy disconnect the panels as the pump may work intermittently and be damaged if the water is frozen. A few of the solar garden fountains available have battery backups which will allow the water to continue moving during short overcast periods. In general however they are really made to be used on sunny days only.
Convenience
Solar garden fountains are very convenient as they can be placed anywhere in the garden, even a long way from the house or any power supplies. If you purchase one with remote panels it can then be used in shady spots under trees, arbors or garden arches. They will not however work 24 hours a day as most of them will only work efficiently while the sun shines.
Solar Pond Fountains
Solar ponds fountains can be used floating on a pond or fixed in place and add a very nice touch to your garden pond. It is very convenient not to have wiring to the pond and they are very easy to use. Just place them in your pond for a lovely effect while the sun shines.
Prices
Solar garden fountains start out about $100, around the same price as a non-solar fountain. Floating solar pond fountains start as low as $50.
Safety and Environmental Considerations
Solar garden fountains and ponds fountains are very safe as there are no trailing wires to cause a hazard to animals and children and no possibility of water and electric current coming into contact. They are also environmentally friendly as they do not produce any toxic fumes, they are very quiet and they do not have any materials that can leak and cause hazards.
Conclusion
If you are thinking of purchasing either a garden fountain or a fountain for your pond consider a solar garden fountain for the convenience, safety and ease of use.
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