3 Tips for Adding Water Features in a Garden

A well-planned garden is a wonderful way to create a beautiful landscape while also help maintain a healthy environment. Adding water features to a garden not only helps regulate the humidity of the garden but it also helps plants thrive throughout the year. The calm sight and gentle sound of water also creates a beautiful serene environment that anyone can escape to. Although it may seem like adding a water feature is something that only professionals can do, consider the different options that are available. It may be surprising to see just how simple some of the projects may be that virtually anyone can do it at home.

Fountains

Fountains are a wonderful choice for a garden, both indoors and out. They come in a wide range of colours and styles in order to match anyone’s personal taste and budget. Fountains can be purchased ready-made or a simple one can be assembled at home. All that’s needed is a source (like a large pot) to hold water and a simple water pump to create movement in the pot.

In-Ground or Above-Ground Ponds

A pond is a fantastic choice for anyone who would love to have aquatic plants and fish. They can be as large or as small as required and there is a wide variety of shapes to choose from as well. In-ground ponds will need a little planning to ensure it is properly sealed to avoid having the water leak out into the garden. Above-ground ponds can be purchased and set up in a short time, and the added benefit is it can easily be moved around to change a garden’s scenery.

Streams

Building a stream in a garden may sound difficult; however, they are actually easier than installing a pond. The main things that are necessary to have are an incline and two sources for the water to flow from. The first thing to check is the incline. Choose the starting point at the highest level of the garden, then plan a course to the lowest point. Once they are marked off, a pump will need to be installed at the starting point, with a tube to carry the water installed all the way down to the end. Once the water is pumped to the highest point of the garden, it will naturally flow down to the end. To create the classic trickling sound for a man-made garden stream, add various rocks and stones along the way, to create movement and the gentle sound of water flow. Adding water features livens up a garden and invigorates the senses more than a standard garden would. It has been proven that the sound of water naturally relaxes the mind and body and the extra moisture in the air promotes healthy growth all around. No matter how big or small a garden may be, everyone is able to enjoy a water feature, all it takes is a little imagination.

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Miho is a writer who loves nature and tries to spend most of her time outdoors. She offers a wide range of tips and project ideas through her blog.