Water Garden Accessory

If you have a water feature or garden pond, then you are sure to need at least one water garden accessory, or maybe even two! A water garden accessory is that extra decoration in addition to the water, plants, and container.

A natural water garden accessory will blend in while also enhancing the tranquil quality of the water garden. A perfect example is live fish. Adding Koi or Goldfish to your pond will not only create a natural enhancement, but possibly add a new hobby to your life as well. In addition to being a pet, pond fish help to maintain the equilibrium of the water system.

Other animals to consider for your water garden might be birds, frogs, newts or turtles. While some may be bought at the pet store, others are simply encouraged to visit from their wild habitats. Entice birds with decorative bird baths, feeders or houses.

Let your water garden accessory also serve a practical function. Decks or bridges built nearby can serve as a way to incorporate your water feature into your outside living space and add a beautiful accessory to complete the look. Fences are also a practical water garden accessory. Use them to keep small children and pets away from the water or let them be a place for vines to grow.

Water Fountains are a must for some water gardeners. These accessories are both visual and audio additions. Fountains enable the water to flow freely, creating the relaxing sounds of water and the visual effect of movement.

Include a piece of garden art into your water garden as an instant accessory. For an oriental theme, try a small Japanese style house replica. Stone statues and metalwork can create whimsical or realistic creations, from modern art to animals.

Rocks are a natural part of any water garden, so allow them to also create a feature. Use either real or fake ones, pile or arrange them in interesting designs. Shells and driftwood will add a seashore style to your water garden.

Consider creating a stone wall near your garden. Even include a wall fountain for a grotto look.

If the soothing sound of water is an important part of your lifestyle, set a bench or chair as a water garden accessory. Not only will the seat be a practical place to rest, the empty bench invites a visitor in.

Allow some pots to add height and interest to your water garden. Plant containers can be works of art all on their own, or fill them with colorful annuals as a moveable color spot.

Tiles remain as beautiful in the garden as your bathroom. Depending on your garden’s central theme, either line the pond with artistic tiles or use broken colored pieces within a concrete base around planters or walkways as an appealing mosaic.

Employ lights as an interesting enhancement or to highlight another accessory. Underwater lights generate a spectacular display as the sun goes down. Lights out of the water can be a practical way to illuminate a path or produce visual interest in the garden at night.

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The inventory of ideas for water garden accessories is almost limitless, but the previous list should get you started. Pond or garden supply stores are a great place to start your hunt, but don’t forget to check thrift stores, estate/garage sales, art fairs, and even pet supply houses for more options. The important consideration is to locate items which bring you the most pleasure and peace.

While some yards and gardens can be grown through happenstance, a water garden is typically created by the gardener. Unless you are lucky enough to live by a lake or large natural pond, a water feature in your yard will be homemade. Therefore, consider your theme when selecting your water garden accessory. You will want the accessory to blend and not contrast from your basic garden design. Harmony within your water garden is vital to success.

Some examples of themes may include:

• Formal
• Rustic
• Oriental
• Dramatic

• Use plants to soften accessories. A vine on fence or a metal statue hidden amongst some ferns allows the natural to blend with the unnatural features.
• Water garden accessories will require some maintenance and protection from the elements.
• An accessory should be just that, an accessory. Use them as part of the overall landscape.
• Avoid accessory obesity. Don’t overdo it; less is usually more when it comes to accessories in your garden. A few special adornments are best.

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