A water feature is a brilliant way to bring a bit of movement and sound to a patio. There are plenty of different options depending on the space you have available.
A lower water table can work particularly well in an open seating area, while a taller fountain is a good option against a wall or garden boundary.
Before choosing one, it’s worth thinking about the size of the patio, where the feature will be viewed from and access to electricity for the pump.
Here are a few simple ways to choose and style the right water feature for your space.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT SIZE
Your water feature should feel in proportion with the space around it.
A lower design such as the Luna Bowl Galvanised Water Feature works well on a patio or in a courtyard. For a larger space, a Corten steel water table can create a stronger central feature.
ADD HEIGHT AGAINST A WALL
A taller fountain is a good way to add interest to a plain wall or garden boundary.
The Veneto Galvanised Water Feature uses several spouts to create a continuous flow of water, while the Tiber Galvanised Water Feature has a simpler single-spout design.
Both are self-contained and recirculate the water from the reservoir below.
CONSIDER THE FINISH
Corten steel develops a warm, rust-coloured patina and looks particularly good alongside terracotta pots, brick and gravel.
Galvanised steel has a softer grey finish that works well in both traditional and contemporary gardens.
STYLE IT WITH POTS
A few carefully positioned pots can help the feature settle into its surroundings.
Ornamental grasses and leafy plants will soften the hard edges without hiding the movement of the water. Keep the arrangement simple so the water feature remains the main focus.
THINK ABOUT POSITION
Place the feature where you can enjoy it from your seating area or through a window from inside the house.
You will also need to consider access to electricity for the pump and avoid positioning it directly beneath trees that regularly drop leaves into the water.
Browse our full collection of garden water features or call Tom's Yard on 01981 343222 if you have any questions about the range.
