Backyard ponds, fountains and pondless waterfalls designed as part of the landscape, with stone borders and plantings that make them look like they belong.
Moving water changes how a yard feels. The sound covers road noise, the light catches it at night, and it gives a patio a focal point. At Peters’ Patio and Landscape, we design and build water features for homeowners in Rochester and southern Minnesota as part of the full landscape plan.
We build backyard ponds, fountains, and pondless waterfalls. A pondless waterfall recirculates water from a basin hidden under rock, so you get the look and sound of a waterfall without open water to maintain. Wall-mounted spillways can be built right into a patio seat wall or planter.
Placement is the first decision. We look at where you will see and hear the feature from the patio and the house, where power can reach it, and where the ground naturally falls. Then we plan the stone, boulders, edging and plantings around it so it looks natural.
Water features are often paired with landscape lighting, seating walls and patios, so you can enjoy them after dark.
We start by looking at the site and talking through the look you want and how much upkeep you are comfortable with. A pondless feature needs the least care. A pond with fish and plants needs more attention, and we will walk you through what that looks like.
Minnesota winters matter here too. We will explain how the feature gets shut down in the fall and started up in the spring so the pump and plumbing are protected from freezing.
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Are you looking to renovate your property but are not sure what to add? View our gallery to see the many attractive landscapes and outdoor living areas we have previously designed and built.
We look forward to discussing your dream outdoor space, get in touch today to schedule a consultation!