Water Garden Whimsy

A babbling brook, a laughing waterfall, a flirty fountain ... beckon you to sit a spell and enjoy the wonderful whimsy of a water garden.

Frogs delight in their playground as the world awakens to spring, ah spring!

Create a Container Water Garden

Maybe you've dreamed of having your own water garden but prefer to dip your toes into this wonderful gardening hobby before diving in head first. Let these photos inspire you to create some fascinating container water gardens.

A small brass leaf drips water into this orange pot nestled in between striking coneflowers.

Backyard Oasis: From Drab to Fab

This backyard oasis located just west of Chicago had a patchy lawn that was an eyesore for the homeowners when dining and relaxing on their cozy deck. The space was transformed into a beautiful water garden with a playful stream and lush plantings.

This before photo shows the patchy lawn that was simply wasted space.

The Magic of Kid-Friendly Ponds

Innocent eyes grow wide with wonder at the sight of a backyard pond. So much to explore as tiny fingers dip into the water in hopes of petting the golden fish gliding by. A nearby frog plops into the pond amidst squeals of delight. A water garden hypnotically draws a wee one to its shore for hours of exploration and fun. Truly, what child can resist the call of Mother Nature?

No one can resist the urge to feed a few hungry fish. Imagine this little boy's delight when the fish come up out of the water ... it's like a scene from Disney!

Nightscaping the Pond

Winter always seems to allow more time for sleeping and dreaming, and what I like to dream about most on wintry days ... is summery outdoor enjoyment! There's nothing quite as magical as being outside on a summer evening when the crickets are chirping, citronella candles are flickering, and the melodious sound of a waterfall is playing in the background. Rather than write about special summer evenings by the pond, I decided to share a few of my favorite photos that illustrate the beauty of landscape lighting. Energy efficient LED lights from Aquascape were used in these photos. Enjoy!

Landscape lighting is reflected in the pond.