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Water-Lily Pond with Bridge
This incredible water-lily pond and footbridge is so picture perfect, it’s practically a Monet! A balanced ecosystem is created by adding koi, which thrive with proper care in deeper backyard ponds.
Trailing Stone Pond
Traditional landscaped ponds are commonly associated with small spaces and city homes, but this country property affords ample space for a flowing, multilevel pond complete with several pooling areas. It is edged with a landscaped perennial garden that includes grasses, shrubs, and hostas.
Waterfall Pond
Here’s a pond with a waterfall that’s ideal for this wooded lot in a northern climate. This Edmonton-area property is surrounded by forests and makes use of light-colored flat rocks, dark landscaping mulch, shrubs, and perennials to create a dramatic backyard water feature.
Laid Stone Pond
This beautiful backyard pond was built in two days using 6,000 pounds of red New England fieldstone, a flat and stackable rock that’s perfect for water features. When working with this much stone, protect yourself by having the suppliers deliver it directly to the project site. For full project details, check out this guide.
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Deck Pond
How would you like to outfit your deck with a mini pond? If you can dig and cut boards, you can achieve the look with ease. This meditative backyard sanctuary cost about $3,000 to complete and offers a tranquil getaway from everyday life.
Galvanized Tub Pond
If you long for a backyard pond but just don’t have room, create one in a cattle trough. At three feet in diameter, this pond is home to a dwarf water lily, assorted pond plants, and even a few goldfish.
Rectangular Zen Pond
Merging the fountain and the pond, this backyard water feature is sure to attract bathing songbirds. An ample ledge around the perimeter allows easy access for cleaning or maintaining the pond.
Lily Pad Deck Pond
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Access to the deck on the other side of this pond is possible only by crossing the super-size wooden lily pads that float in this bold and modern water feature.
Related: How to Stain a Wood Deck
Swimming Pond Extraordinaire
Are you looking for a swimming area but are resistant to the traditional backyard pool? This natural swimming pond includes a three-foot-deep shallow area as well as a six-foot deep end lined with granite flagstone. A shallow “regeneration” zone includes plants, aquatic insects, and bacteria to clean and filter the water.
Natural Garden Pond
Who says a backyard pond has to be big to be beautiful? This small water feature has a simple pump to keep the water moving and fresh, and delightful landscaping that adds to its charm.
Related: Installing a Small Backyard Pond
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If you are interested in more water features, consider:
Planning Guide: Backyard Ponds
10 “Dream Worthy” Swimming Pools