Lycopene is believed to reduce the risk of prostate cancer. Dietary sources of antioxidants known as lycopene include the tomato, which is also rich in vitamin C and other natural antioxidants. Anthocyanins are natural antioxidants that may help the body maintain healthy blood sugar levels.
Research plants native to your area that can be used to shade a garden pond. Native plants require less maintenance and have a higher chance of flourishing. Also, make sure you know how tall and wide the plant will be when fully mature. This will help you when spacing out your plants.
Place a pond pump with a bubbling fountain head in the center of the barrel so it is resting on top of the gravel. Adjust the fountain head so it comes up about 3 inches below the rim of the barrel. Thread the pump's electric cord through the hole in the side of the barrel and to the outside.