Small ponds in the landscape became popular a few years ago.  Now they are an art form!  The addition of a water feature will transform a landscape into a magical place.  Water features add the physical beauty of flowing water or shimmering ponds.  But there�s more.  The calming sounds of water gurgling over stones or down waterfalls muffles out the sounds of the outside world creating a secluded spot away from every day life. 

Water features can support water based plants adding points of interest in the landscape.  They can also be home to aquatic life such as fish, frogs, turtles, etc.  A water feature is a unique landscape feature because it moves, has sound, and incorporates living creatures.


 

Water features can include a pond with waterfalls or channels.  However, some prefer to have the channels and/or falls without a pond to minimize maintenance.  Ponds do require maintenance.  Think of them like an aquarium outside.  Pondless falls and channels give the illusion of creeks and waterfalls without a pond.  Water is stored in an underground chamber.


Water features can be as small as a flower pot on a deck or a hundred foot creek bed empting into a fairly large pond.  It is amazing what can be created for almost any property.  The best features blend into the natural elevation changes of the property so they appear natural.  Selection of the proper stone will enhance the natural affect.

The addition of lighting will allow the feature to be viewed at night, which is a very spectacular view.  To make the scene even more interesting add some fog into the landscape!  Water features truly do cause a backyard to become a magical setting.  One that will provide endless hours of enjoyment.