Introduction
If you’re looking for a way to add beauty and tranquility to your backyard, consider a fountain. Fountains are one of the oldest methods of adding water features to gardens. They’ve been used in Europe since at least the 16th century, and their use has grown since then. Today they can be found in many different settings, from modern urban centers to suburban backyards like yours.
Backyard Fountain Designs.
There are a few different types of backyard fountains that you can make. There is the traditional fountain, which uses water and sound to create beautiful music. These fountains are made up of a basin with a pedestal in the middle where there is an opening for the water to flow out.
The next type of backyard fountain is called an animal-shaped ornaments that you can put on your garden. This design comes with its own basin but no pedestal in the middle—it’s just one solid piece with no holes or openings at all!
Another type of backyard fountain is called a pottery fountain, which has many different designs available depending on what kind of decoration you want it to have (flowers? pumpkins?). Pottery fountains usually come as three pieces: base pottery bowl; pumpkins/flowers/etcetera sitting inside said bowl; top decorative lid on top everything else so nothing falls out when it rains heavily outside during wintertime (you know…when it rains heavily). But there are different types too! Like marbles instead gems inside glass ballerinas instead ballet dancers…the possibilities are endless!
Types of Fountains.
Fountains can be divided into two categories: free-standing and wall-mounted.
Free-standing fountains are freestanding, while wall-mounted fountains are attached to walls or fences.
Free standing garden fountains have the benefit of being able to be moved around your backyard and placed where you want it. These fountains are a great way to add a little bit of life in the form of water sounds or trickling streams without having to worry about taking up space or making sure that they don’t get damaged by windy days (because you know how those can happen). Wall mounted garden fountains can be placed on walls or fences, allowing for a more permanent fixture if you want one but still allowing for some flexibility in placement because they aren’t limited by existing structures like ponds would be!
Things to Consider When Placing a Fountain in the Garden.
There are many considerations when selecting a water feature for your garden. It’s important to think about where the fountain will be placed, how it will be maintained and cleaned, and what kind of pump you will use.
Most fountains need some sort of filter or skimmer that can be attached to the pump in order to keep debris out of the water features. Some examples include:
- A net which keeps leaves and other debris from entering into your fountain
- An additional flow control valve at the bottom of your pond which helps maintain a balanced amount of water in the pond
Maintenance Tips.
You’ll want to clean your fountain and change the water regularly. This will keep it looking great and make sure that it works properly. You should also check your pump, filter and any other components on a regular basis so that you can address problems as they arise.
A fountain can add beauty and tranquility to your backyard if it’s well-designed and thoughtfully placed.
Fountains are a wonderful way to bring beauty and tranquility to your backyard. With the right design, they can help you relax and enjoy your time in your garden. You might even choose a fountain as a focal point for your vegetable patch or herb garden!
If you’re not sure where or how to install a fountain, don’t worry—we have lots of tips for designing and installing fountains that will look great in any backyard!
Conclusion
If you’re considering adding a fountain to your garden, just remember that it will be a long-term investment. Take the time to research and plan before you start building. Once you have the right design and size for your space, it should take only a few hours to install.