A Waterfall Spillway and a Pond

The waterfall spillway in this pond project is actually made up of multiple waterfalls.

As this waterfall video shows, this was a perfect location for this due to the change in elevation. There are actually two waterfalls in the front and another towards the rear.

The height of the waterfall will depend on how high the land behind it is. The rock waterfall can be anywhere from six inches high to many, many feet. The higher the waterfall display, the more dramatic it will be. However, it is more important for the height to work naturally with the land.

The waterfall pool can be small or large. Edge it with stones and plants. Add Koi fish if you like! Use a lot of plants to the rear of the waterfall. Trees, shrubs and perennials all help to make the water feature look as though it belongs in the landscape.

If, possible, remember to orient the waterfall so that it is easily viewed from your house, patio, or other important areas in your landscape. Alternatively, you may place it in an area which becomes more of a destination. Here the waterfall is only seen once you arrive there.

When you create your waterfall, it is best to keep a couple of things in mind.

• Place the waterfall display where your land is higher. This will make it look more natural.
• A good approach is to have the stone that the water is actually falling over to be large and flat.
• Use large rocks and vary the sizes.
• Place a tall boulder in an upright position to break up any monotony and add interest.

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