Ecological pools and greenhouses

How does a natural pool work ? How to carry out its project and maintain it?

Here is our expert advice on ecological swimming pools and filtering greenhouses!

How does a natural pool work?

Natural pools, also called biological pools, are known for their self-maintenance. These pools are indeed designed with plants that clean the water. Natural pools do not require any chemical products or filtration systems. They are comparable to a river or a pond since fauna and flora develop there. The more plants and animals are present, the healthier the aquatic space is.

As with aquatic ponds, plants should be chosen for each depth level of the pool. Floating plants, submerged plants and shoreline plants are used. A lagoon area is necessary, i.e. an area shallower than the rest of the pool where plants can grow.

This water feature is a true eco-responsible nature area !

How to maintain an ecological pool ?

One of the advantages of an ecological pool is the low maintenance it requires. A few points of attention all the same: prune once a year the plants bordering the pool - the mowing - and clean in summer the walls of the pool with a brush or a robot. This is a good alternative for those who want to have a natural area but do not want to take care of it every day.

Why choose a landscaper for a pool landscape project ?

For a project of this scope, it is best to contact a landscape pool designer. For both the design and the realization, a landscape gardener specialized in water gardens can efficiently accompany you to create a quality natural swimming pool: determination of the design of the natural swimming pool, construction of the site, choice of the right plants for an efficient filtration. In addition, a landscaper will help you obtain a building permit in compliance with city requirements.

SIMONSON LANDSCAPE can design all kinds of ecological swimming pools to suit your desires and the environment: overflowing pools, mirror pools with waterfalls, etc. Everything is possible: tiled pools, transformation of an existing pool into a natural pool with water treatment by plants, etc.

Natural pools - or ecological pools - are very interesting for their aesthetics and their contribution to the biodiversity of the garden. Aquatic plants can be used for phyto-purification and water filtering.

Ecological swimming pools  : pool designer or landscaper ?

 A specialized landscaper is better able to accompany you than a traditional pool designer: it is his job to imagine a natural and ecological water basin. He is in the best position to advise you on the plants that will be useful for the phytodepuration system as well as the appropriate natural aquatic ecosystem.

Do not hesitate to contact us directly to discuss your natural and eco-responsible pool project.

SIMONSON LANDSCAPE, specialist in ecological swimming pools, received the Plant Palette Award at Chaumont-sur-Loire (41), the Public Award at the Côte d'Azur Festival at the Villa Rothschild in Cannes (06), and the Special Jury Award from the European Garden Heritage Network (EGHN) with the Terres de Promesses garden for the Jardins de la Paix at Souain-Perthes-lès-Hurlus (51) with Arts & Jardins Hauts-de-France.

Do not hesitate to contact us, we will be delighted to answer your questions and to accompany you on your project of ecological swimming pool and filtering greenhouse!