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FOUNTAINS : Resin, Brass & Stone
TJB-INC offers many different instant water gardens in
the form of Fountains and Decorative Fountains. These
self-contained water features in Brass,
Resin, or Stone can be used in gardens, on
patios & decks, by entrance ways, and even indoors! From the
gentle soothing sounds of the dripping water on the "Basket
Fountain" to the relaxing sounds of the flowing water of the "Water
Wall with Candle Holders".
If
you're interested in "testing the waters" of the water gardening
hobby, a container water garden is a great place to start! They are
generally used to add the sound of water to a deck or patio, but
they also look great greeting visitors by the front door. But they
don't just add beauty, they also give kids a fun way to learn about
nature, and make a great starter "pond" for any young children
interested in water.
A container water garden can be created using virtually any type of
container ... as long as it has the ability to hold water. An old
clawfoot tub, a galvanized bucket, your favorite terra cotta pot,
or an old whiskey barrel all make great containers for your new
water garden! Once you've chosen the container, you need to make
sure it will hold water. Any un-glazed pottery will need to be
sealed and drain holes will need to be plugged. A wooden container
such as a whiskey barrel can be lined with a piece of rubber liner
that is affixed to the rim. Make sure the sealant you use safe for
plants and fish.
A container water garden wouldn't be a garden without out the
plants. When planting a container water garden, the same principals
apply as with a regular container garden. A balance of plants that
are different shapes and sizes means you'll have a planter that is
pleasing to the eye. Or, highlighting just one special plant, such
as a lotus plant if you have a large container, or a single, pigmy
water lily if you have a smaller container, makes a striking garden
and a much simpler approach.
If you add fish to your container water garden, consider the water
volume of the container. The water in smaller containers goes
through extreme temperature changes, which has a negative effect on
most fish. Mosquito fish however, can tolerate warm water quite
well. If your container holds more than 20 gallons of water you can
add any type of goldfish.
Since mosquitoes will lay eggs in stagnant water, you'll need a
small 75 gph statuary pump fitted with a spitter or fountain head
to keep them away from your container water garden. If you don't
want a fountain effect, you can position the pump discharge just
under the surface of the water to create water
movement.
Maintenance is easy! To keep the pump operating properly and the
plants submerged at the correct level, you'll need to occasionally
add water to make up for evaporation. Now that you're enjoying your
container water garden, be careful. Once the water gardening bites
you, there's no going back! Next, you'll be reading how to build
your own in-ground pond.
Standalone Fountains are gaining
popularity due to their ease of set-up and maintenance. Found
at garden centers and home improvement stores across America, a
wide range of styles and finishes are available to fit everyone's
taste and budget. From impressive brass to simple resin
fountains, these features are made to "stand alone," meaning they
don't need any counterparts to make them function. Much like
a tabletop fountain, all you need to do is add water, plug it in,
and enjoy. Some larger units may require a bit of simple
assembly.
Once you find a fountain that fits your style and budget, all you
need to do is find the perfect location for it. You can place
it in the foyer of your home to greet guests, or set it outside on
the back deck to enjoy during a cool summer evening. Tuck one
near a garden path or by the front entrance of your home.
You'll soon find you want more than just one fountain to grace your
landscape. The sound of water draws visitors into your garden
and provides a place for the eyes to rest while enjoying the
outdoor spaces.
These larger
water features are typically set atop an underground reservoir that
keeps re-circulating the water. Once the urn fills with
water, the water spills out and over into the underground basin,
which pumps the water back up through the urn. If a spitter
or decorative fountain is more to your liking, you can still set it
on the reservoir and a pipe will transfer the water from the basin
up through the center of the spitter or
fountain.
Aquascape provides an extra large reservoir called the
AquaBasin™. The AquaBasin supports up to 2,000 pounds and
holds 75 gallons of water. Large basalt columns can be set
atop the basin for a truly impressive decorative water feature in
the landscape. For a more formal look, try an impressive
brass sculpture.
The AquaBasin™ can easily be installed within just a few hours if
you like to tackle home projects on your own, or you can hire a
Certified Aquascape Contractor to do the job for you.
Aquascape provides a wide variety of decorative pieces that can be
used in conjunction with the AquaBasin™, from ceramic urns to brass
sculptures to carved stone structures. What's more, Aquascape
adds new decorative options each year, so there's always something
fresh and new to add to your landscape.
For an instructional Fountain Installation video and more
information on the AQUABASIN & Installation Tips,
click on the link at the end of this statement.
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For larger bodies of water, TJB-INC sells
commercial fountains in many different styles and by many different
manufacturers. Contact us at tjb@TJB-INC.com for more info and
pricing.
