Maximum Yield USA 2015 January | Page 82

empire of the sun Solar Fountains Wiring in water features and pond pumps can make installing a water feature a real headache, but if you use solar power, things become a lot simpler all of a sudden. Connect the valves and find a sunny spot nearby for the panel, and you’re done. The more power you supply, the more exuberant your water spout. If you’re keeping valuable fish such as koi, it’s worth noting that the pumps don’t continue to work after dark, so you’ll need an electrical backup for night