Water Features
We have a great range of Garden Water Features for Sale Online.
We have Cast Stone Water Features, Resin outdoor water features and also Solar Powered Water Fountains. Other materials used in our water features are Stainless Steel, Granite, Marble, Slate, Metal and Poly-resin. We deliver Water Features and Fountains all over the UK, direct to your door.
Water's Gentle Voice: Creating Living Poetry in Your Garden
In our Devon garden, where morning mist clings to hollows and evening light catches droplets like suspended stars, water features have become the heart's pulse of our outdoor space. Each morning, I pause by our limestone cascade, watching how water's endless journey transforms raw stone into something alive with possibility.
The Living Language of Water
Through fifteen years of garden-making, I've discovered that water features aren't merely decorative elements - they're storytellers, dream-weavers, nature's own poets. Our millstone fountain, salvaged from a local farm and now crowned with perpetual movement, has developed its own particular song. In spring, blackbirds perch on its weathered edge, drinking from the crystal streams that spill across its ancient grooves.
Choosing Your Water's Voice
Each water feature speaks differently. Our sandstone sphere, slowly turning on a cushion of water, whispers gentle lullabies perfect for meditation spaces. Meanwhile, the three-tier cascade by the kitchen window plays more energetic tunes, its splash becoming part of our daily soundtrack. When choosing your own water feature, listen for the voice that resonates with your garden's story.
The Dance of Light and Water
Through careful placement, water features become daily performers in the garden's theatre. Our Portland stone wall fountain catches morning light, creating ephemeral rainbows that dance across nearby ferns. As evening approaches, subtle lighting transforms it into a luminous presence that extends the garden's magic into darkness.
Natural Harmony
The most successful water features grow into their surroundings as if they've always been there. Our sunken millstone pool, edged with native rushes and marsh marigolds, has become a haven for wildlife. Dragonflies patrol its edges while golden orfe glide beneath lily pads, creating a perfect balance between formal design and natural chaos.
Year-Round Drama
Winter brings its own magic, when frost gilds our granite rock stack with crystalline edging, and the constant movement of water prevents freezing, providing vital drinking spots for garden birds. Spring sees the emergence of moisture-loving primulas around the edges, while summer's heat makes every splash a refreshing celebration.
Practical Poetry
Modern technology has made water features remarkably simple to maintain. Our self-contained systems recycle water efficiently, while built-in reservoirs reduce evaporation. Solar-powered pumps have transformed some of our smaller features into sustainable focal points that dance with the strength of the sun.
Understanding Water Features: Your Questions
How do you create a low-maintenance water feature?
Through years of experimentation, we've found that raised features with hidden reservoirs offer the easiest maintenance. Regular cleaning becomes a simple matter of wiping surfaces and occasionally refreshing water. Consider incorporating a small UV filter to keep water crystal clear without constant intervention.
Which stone works best for different garden styles?
Yorkshire stone, with its warm honey tones, suits cottage gardens perfectly, developing character as it weathers. For contemporary spaces, smooth granite or slate creates cleaner lines and more dramatic water effects. Portland stone ages beautifully in coastal gardens, its pale surface softening gracefully with time.
How do you create a wildlife-friendly water feature?
Incorporate different depths and gentle slopes to allow safe access for various creatures. Our most successful features include shallow edges where birds can drink and bathe, deeper sections for aquatic plants, and plenty of hiding places for amphibians. Regular maintenance should avoid harsh chemicals, using biological controls instead.
What about winter care for stone water features?
While modern features are remarkably resilient, we recommend maintaining water flow through winter to prevent freezing damage. If shutting down is necessary, drain completely and cover with breathable material. Some stones may benefit from seasonal sealing to prevent frost damage.
Whether you dream of gentle ripples or dramatic cascades, let water bring its ancient magic to your garden. Each feature becomes part of your landscape's story, gathering memories and moss in equal measure as the seasons turn.