BASEMENT POND VEGGIE FILTER - WINTER 2002/2003
 
old filter had small bulk head fitting 
for returning water. it leaked and 
ended up on the floor. 
new bulk head is on the 
bottom. leaks fall into
to the pond. 
stand pipe lets water
(and leaves) flow down 
and back to pond.

filter is relined. click on 
picture for larger photo

egg crate holds potted plants up, while other plants are left bare root in the water
distribution pipe for water from pump goes into filter lined basket

 

filter with plants on tub