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12.06.2023 - 01:05 / gardenerspath.com / Matt Suwak
Add a Water Feature to Your Garden: 23 of Our Favorite Outdoor FountainsFew elements in any garden manage to elicit the same reaction as a well-placed water feature. It conjures calm and can tie together an entire landscape.
Go on, close your eyes and imagine the trickling sound of water while you feel a soft breeze and catch a whiff of butterfly bush…
It’s nice, ain’t it?
In the wide world of water features, few can stand their ground when faced with the might of the iconic fountain. They act as structural features in the garden and offer a variety of angles of interest.
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Fountains are also easier to maintain than many other water features, and are relatively painless to install.
Today, we’ll share some basic information on installing your own garden fountain, and introduce our reviews of some of the best options available from a variety of sources.
Tabletop ModelsThe fountains listed here are of a size and weight that is fitting for use on tables, plinths, and other raised objects.
Keep the weight in mind, and where you’re thinking they’ll go. Don’t place an 80-pound piece of stone on a glass tabletop! Most of these fountains require no special plumbing.
1. Zen PlinthIdeal in locations inviting a bit of whimsy, the Zen Plinth Fountain weighs in at over a hundred pounds, so it requires a solid foundation.
Zen Concrete Plinth Fountain
This is a great addition for areas where you want to garner some attention, and maybe get a few chuckles.
Dimensions and Weight: 23 x 13.25 x 25 inches, 112 pounds. Materials: Cast stone concrete. Cold Weather Care: Drain and cover for the winter, bring pump indoors. Place of Manufacture:Ooh boy, summertime. There’s a lot to love about a summer day spent outside, isn’t there? Let’s set the scene:Pollen wafts on the warm winds while the sun beats d
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