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It’s possible—and even
easy—to create your own outdoor oasis by adding a water feature to your
lawn. Water accents can create a
relaxing, calming ambiance and are great for enhancing gardens and landscape
designs.
Water features come in all
shapes and sizes. Whether you’re looking for a small pond or stream to
complement your garden or an elaborate waterfall, there’s a feature that can
satisfy your tastes and budget.
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Waterfalls
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Fountains
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Bird baths
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Water sprays
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Sculptures
If your yard boasts a lot of
open space and you don’t mind a little construction, then you may want to
consider a below ground water feature, such as a pond or another type of
pool-like system. These water features can be designed to be completely
naturally looking with low maintenance, and allow you to take a portion of the
lawn that hasn’t been utilized and turn it into something eye-catching to look
at.
Before you install your water
feature, take the following tips into consideration:
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Utilities. Because many water features require some type
of water supply and electricity, it’s important to understand what types of utilities
are needed before you begin installing your water accent.
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Location, location, location. Location plays a big role in the impact of your
water feature. But pay careful attention not to install your new water accent
too close to your home in case of an accidental overflow of water. You’ll also
want to avoid adding your water feature under a tree, as leaves and debris will
fill the water and clog pumps and drains.
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Play it safe. If you have small children, consider choosing a
pondless water feature or putting fencing around it, as any body of water can
be a hazard.
One you’ve selected and
installed the right water feature, take the time to kick back and enjoy it!
Your neighbors, family and friends will benefit from the peaceful, welcoming
environment it provides.