| How do you take a boring backyard and | | | | To put in a pond you will have to first dig a hole in |
| transform it into something special? Add a water | | | | a suitable location. Ponds are normally only a few |
| feature. Water features can transform the | | | | feet deep but it is still a lot of work to dig out all |
| ordinary into something incredible as well as hide | | | | of that soil. Next you will either line the hole with a |
| road noise creating a peaceful and tranquil | | | | flexible pond liner or insert a formed hard plastic |
| environment. So all you have to decide is what | | | | liner. Then add rocks and a pond filtration system. |
| kind of feature you want. Here are some of the | | | | After treating the water, you can then add plant |
| options.Fountains | | | | life and even fish if you so desire.Waterfalls |
| Garden fountains are one of the easiest water | | | | If you want more than a basic pond, you could |
| features to add to your yard. Most home | | | | try installing a waterfall. This installation is a little |
| improvement stores and garden centers will carry | | | | more complicated and you might want to consult |
| do it yourself kits. Choose from a large variety | | | | a professional landscaper. It does take some |
| including stand alone fountains and those that hang | | | | experience to plan out the flow of water on a |
| on your wall. All you have to do to install it is | | | | waterfall.Waterfalls are also an excellent feature |
| position the fountain, fill it with water and plug in | | | | to add to an existing swimming pools landscaping. |
| the fountains pump. If you want to get creative, | | | | They will make an ordinary pool a sight to behold. |
| you could even make your own fountain out of | | | | With all of the options, it can be hard to decide |
| new or old pots, a little bit of plastic tubing and a | | | | what type of water feature to add to your yard. |
| small water pump.Ponds | | | | Go over your options and choose the type that |
| Ponds involve a little more work but are still easy | | | | best fits your budget and your do it yourself |
| to do in the hands of a competent do it | | | | experience level.For more information on |
| yourselfer. Once again, kits are readily available | | | | landscaping visit the Lawn Service Directory. |
| from your home improvement or garden center. | | | | |