Types of Outdoor Water Features

If you know you want to add a water feature to your yard, but you're not sure yet exactly what you want, the following list should help you. On it are the most popular water features people install in their gardens or yards. Click on each one for a short description of the feature. You may also want to check out Water Features for Small Gardens, the book that was used as a resource for this information.

Natural Pools
Raised Informal Pools
Raised Formal Fountains
In-ground Formal Fountains
Wall Fountains
Tub Gardens
Bog Gardens
Streams
Natural Waterfalls

Related cool sites (links open in a new window):

Home & Garden TV's Water Features section which includes numerous ideas for projects.
The Evolution of Styles of Fountains is a good read if you're interested in the history of water features, in particular fountains, on a grand scale.