Water Garden Pond Design: Liners, Lighting, and Landscape Integration

The pond is a critical water garden component. Proper design makes the whole garden shine.

Design Essentials

Streams: Use carefully—poor design creates disproportion.
Materials: Invest in quality liners; cheap ones fail.
Electricity: Budget for pumps, filters, lighting—well-lit ponds are spectacular.
Surrounds: Contour edges with bricks, railway sleepers, or rustic poles for integration.

Finding Inspiration

Online forums and websites offer endless design ideas. Research, then create your perfect water garden.