Types of Water Features

Without regard to your garden style, skill level, or size of yard, there is a type of water feature that is sure to make your outdoor area standout. Choices range from sculptural, such as fountains, to natural, such as a pond or stream.

Garden Pond

Take nature back into your yard. A small independent pond on a deck or patio or in a garden nook can be an appealing kind of water feature. With user assembled kits and the wide accessibility of water plants, garden ponds of any size can be easily installed and maintained. In-ground ponds can artfully incorporate additional water features.

Statue Fountain

Add an impressive focal point by nuzzling a statue fountain between bundles of vibrant flowers or dynamic foliage. These kinds of water features are a simple way to create an immediate ambience in your backyard. From funny and eccentric to graceful and soothing, the choice is up to you.

Waterfall Addition

A waterfall sort of water feature could be an appropriate fit should you have an uneven or inclined backyard. Since water tends to flow downward naturally, streams, pools, and waterfalls are perfect for changing a hillside from an issue to a delight. Get creative and do-it-yourself your waterfall out of upcycled materials or go with a traditional natural-appearing waterfall.

Stream

Just a short, narrow stream could produce a peaceful outcome as the water gurgles and trickles along. Additionally, the moving water is sure to attract captivating birds and other wildlife. If you presently have a backyard waterfall or fountain, a stream is simple way to broaden either kind of water feature. Utilize a longer stream for guiding visitors to secret alcove and resting areas.

Water Garden

A water garden opens your outdoor area to a whole new era of plants. Basically, a large water garden is pond-like (even though ponds don’t necessarily have water plants). A little water garden could be utilized as a table water element. Thriving water plants like arrowheads water lilies, or water hyacinths, will add a pleasant scent to your garden.

Bubbling Fountain

A fountain can come in all styles, shapes, and sizes, however, no matter how large or small, these kinds of water features provide any yard with grandiosity. From pre-made to DIY choices, a fountain can be used as a detailed focal point or a straightforward sculptural element. Look out for solar-powered fountains, an energy-saving option with low maintenance.

Wall Fountain

Wall fountains make quite a declaration in any outdoor area while staying subtle and graceful. This type of fountain can help gussy up an existing empty wall in your yard. Or establish a wall fountain as both an embankment and centerpiece.

Bird Bath

A bird bath serves as a low cost, low-maintenance kind of water feature for your backyard, front yard or garden. A bird bath with a fountain can even provide an element of moving water.

Birds are attracted to almost any water source, but most enjoy shallow basins for bathing. Add to the bird bath with plants that provide food sources for wildlife throughout the year.

Tabletop Water Feature

Indeed, a backyard water feature can be big and bold, but they can also be sized to match your available space and planting time. These types of water features can fit into a hectic schedule or small space. Place the mini water feature to wherever you need an enjoyable focal point. Because they don’t need a pump or power, these water features are perfect for patios, small decks, and other intimate dining or relaxing areas. Like birdbaths, you are going to need to empty and add new water regularly.

Natural Swimming Pool

Make a declaration with this eco-friendly deviation of a swimming pool. Entirely chemical-free, a natural swimming pool utilizes plants and a filtration network for maintaining itself. Your backyard sanctuary will get all the benefits of a pool with the enchanting look of a pond.

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