When you build a koi pond, the placement of the pond should be chosen very carefully
. The pond should not be placed near trees or bushes that will drop leaves into the water, resulting in a constant need to clean the pond. When you build a koi pond, it should be placed in an area that receives a good amount of sunlight to allow the aquatic plants to grow properly. The koi pond should only be placed in a shaded area if it is nothing but fish and rock features, such as a waterfall.