Tested Poposoap Solar Fountain: Ideal for Rice Field Fish Pond?

Introduction to Solar Fountains in Courtyard Ponds

In the field of decoration and functional upgrade of courtyard ponds, solar fountains are gradually becoming a popular choice. Today, we follow blogger Ryo Watanabe’s footsteps to explore the performance of the Poposoap solar fountain. We focus on its use in rice field fish ponds.

Ryo's Initial Plan and Decision

Ryo initially planned to use this solar fountain in his small fish pond. His goal was to add a water fountain effect and create flowing water in the pond. Given his pond’s calm surface for observing fish and the overgrown weeds, Ryo decided to give it to a friend. His friend, a carpenter, may need it more for his rice field fish pond, especially with Ryo's upcoming travel plans.

Expectations for the Poposoap Solar Fountain

The friend's rice field fish pond has used two or three solar water pumps before, but they all failed within half a year. The Poposoap solar water fountain sent this time carries Ryo and his friend's hopes for stable use. They expect it to become the "ultimate water pump" for his friend's pond.

Installation Challenges in Cloudy Weather

On the day of installation, the sky was not good, and the cloudy weather made sunlight scarce. At his friend's house, Ryo first took everyone to visit his carpenter friend's workplace. There, they found tools for making cabinets and aquarium racks, along with a parked pickup truck. Of course, the main attraction was the fiberglass pond. The pond was planted with beautiful water lilies, which were in bloom at this time. However, the rice field fish hid because of the approach of strangers.

Unboxing and Initial Setup

Then he unboxed the Poposoap solar powered fountain and found a detailed instruction manual inside. The accessories included two water pumps, one large and one small. Originally, he planned to use the small water pump in his own pond. However, considering his friend's needs, he decided to try both pumps in this pond. He wanted to see which one would work better. The installation process was not smooth sailing. When the water pump was placed on the sponge, it was found that it could not absorb water. After thinking about it, they turned the water pump upside down and punched a hole in the middle for the pipe to pass through. At the same time, they also made a bracket for the solar panel. Because there wasn’t enough sunlight that day, his friend took out an LED light for auxiliary testing. Unexpectedly, the fountain still worked, which greatly surprised Ryo. He couldn’t help but look forward to seeing its performance in full sunlight.

Performance Under Sunny Conditions

The next day, the sun was shining, and Ryo came to his friend's pond again. The sight was delightful, as both fountains were working very well. My friend also replaced the nozzle of the small fountain according to the actual situation. The previous nozzle sprayed water too high, causing splashes elsewhere. The replaced nozzle, however, sprayed water more gently, adding beauty to the pond from a distance. Ryo tested the settings of different nozzles and demonstrated various water spray effects. One nozzle sprayed water like a garden sprinkler, and even at a low setting, it could reach a long distance. Another nozzle had a unique spray pattern, shooting water high before it fell far away. After comparing the options, Ryo determined the nozzle combination best suited for this pond. He especially liked the charming water spray effect of one particular nozzle.

Pond Bottom Conditions and Installation Solutions

In addition, Ryo described the situation at the bottom of the pond. Covered with water lily roots, the pond offered many hiding spots for the rice field fish. It also made it impossible to place heavy objects to secure the water pump. Therefore, my friend chose to let the water pump float on the water. The solar panel is also easy to install. The small spikes can be directly inserted into the ground. If there is no suitable support position, it can be fixed to the fence with a cable tie.

Overall Satisfaction and Conclusion

After the trial, Ryo was very satisfied with the performance of the Poposoap solar-powered water fountain. He was so impressed that he even considered buying another one for his own small pond. Overall, the Poposoap solar fountain performed well in the trial of the rice field fish pond. Whether it is the flexibility of installation or the diversity of fountain effects, it has left a deep impression. It provides a great choice for those who want to add vitality to their courtyard pond.

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