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DIY Water Feature

Have you been feeling like your landscaping is missing something? Maybe you need a water feature! A water feature will give your outdoor area some visual and audible interest. We are going to tell you how to make a small water feature that's inexpensive and easy to do.

First, you need a clear or opaquely clear watertight plastic tote. The size depends on your preference, but we think an 80 quart tote will allow you a great look. Find the area where you want to put your water feature and trace around the tote. Then dig out enough dirt so that the top of the container is flush with the ground.

Next, get some larger rocks and place them in the bottom to hold the tote in place. If you want (and this is actually very important), place a pump into the container. Keeping the water moving helps to promote aeration throughout the pond and discourages the growth of pests like mosquitoes and algae. Use some more rocks to secure the pump.

Now, here's where your creativity gets to shine! Surround the edge of the tote with flat pavers, bricks, or stone pavers in a decorative way. Whether you want a natural look or a modern one, the choice is yours! Hide the power cord with the pavers or use a solar-powered pump!

Add in some water plants by placing them in their container with the rim just above the waterline. Then add more rocks of various shapes and colors to hide the tote and the plant container. A black plant container will work best because it will blend in with the rocks. 

Fill with water, plug in the pump and adjust the spray until it makes the sound and effect you are looking for.

When you are looking for totes of all sizes and colors, check out Edge Plastics. This woman-owned, made-in-America company offers private labeling on all products and a unique color palette for customers to choose from. Their products can be found at large retailers throughout the United States and Canada.
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Location: Mansfield, OH, USA

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