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Water features have become such a garden fashion accessory that it seems every other garden has at least one. Why do we place these features in our gardens? Many reasons, I suspect, but the main two would be (1) to add another dimension to the garden, and (2) to create a tranquil place in our gardens that encourages us to relax.
I'm all for both and would love to have more water than lawn in my garden, if I didn't have children who needed somewhere to run and play.
So, if you're thinking of setting up a water fountain or feature read on....
Comments
How about water features with water plants? I've been dying to try this.
Posted by: nelumbo | February 24, 2006 9:34 AM
Same, Nelumbo. Once I'm off my #$@*& crutches (I tore some tendons in my foot during a basketball game) I plan to start on my first water feature. I don't know a whole heap about water plants so I'm keen to do some research.
Posted by: Stuart | February 24, 2006 9:47 AM
Does anyone know where I can find a deer chaser water fountain in Perth? I can make it myself but need the correct instructions etc. Thanks in advance!
Posted by: Angie | March 17, 2007 9:30 AM
I would also recommend not positioning water features under any trees! To keep if free from falling leafs and debris.
So you can spend more time enjoying your water feature rather than cleaning it out. LOL!!!
Posted by: Rob | July 3, 2009 6:52 PM