Orange County Water Feature Enhancements

Orange County Water Feature Enhancements:  Outside the Pond

Water features are about way more than just the water.  While some people just want to add some rocks to a pond edge and call it a day, other appreciate that a water feature is all about the details.  AquaLife Ponds makes sure to look at the whole picture when planning an Orange County Water Feature.

There are lots of things to consider then you are deciding what to do around your water feature.  And remember—you can mix and match whatever materials you’d like!

Some things to consider when planning around your Orange County Water Feature:

Orange County Water Feature with Patios and Decks

AquaLife Ponds likes to remind people that when designing your Orange County Water Feature, you can go right up to the water’s edge. You can take your patio, porch or deck right up to the edge of your pond. You can even have a portion of the pond with sand, so you can “wade in.”

Think about how you want to interact with the pond and your surroundings and then plan accordingly!  There are so many different materials to work with—talk to us to see what we’d recommend for your particular needs and environment.

Rocks of all Sizes!

You have a few options for your Orange County Water Feature when it comes to rocks, and again, it’s always best to mix and do a variety.  We recommend a few things:  For an almost beach-like setting, try gravel.  This is great to welcome people and pets.

We recommend some larger stones and boulder on the edge, too.  To have a natural looking environment, we recommend rocks of different sizes.  Think about it—nature is not perfect!   Boulders also provide appealing nooks and crannies for plants while also helping to easily define the edges.

Flat Rocks

Have you ever seen flat rocks that appear to be floating above the water’s surface?   They do more than look cool – they have a very interactive function.  Kids love sitting on them and playing with them.  So do adults!

The right plants for your Orange County Water Feature

We love mixing annuals and perennials for a natural look that you can change up each with each season. There are so many gorgeous plants you can use to accessorize your water feature.  The days of just reeds and a few grasses are way behind us.

Want more information on designing your perfect Orange County Water Feature and accompanying edges?  AquaLife Ponds can help!  Contact us for more information or to see how we can help create your very own paradise.