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Looking out your window into your backyard, you may see a lot of things you wish you could change. Maybe you need a new fence, the landscaping needs to be updated or you'd like to add a major new feature such as a swimming pool. Most landscaping and backyard renovation projects are expensive, time consuming and require countless hours of planning, so they may remain on the back burner for years. But your garden doesn't have to be boring - you can give it a quick, economical makeover with a waterfall pond, which will provide beauty as well as a relaxing water sound.

While a traditional backyard waterfall is made of real rock and subsequently heavy, expensive and labor-intensive, you can purchase a pre-assembled waterfall pond kit made of lightweight synthetic materials that closely resemble natural materials. These faux rock waterfall kits don't require a pond or pool - they have one built right in. The water re-circulates from the built-in pond to the top of the waterfall structure, pouring down the face with a dramatic water sound. They require very little maintenance - just keep the water level above that of the pump with a garden hose.

The best way to purchase a waterfall pond of your own is through a fountain retailer online. While you may be able to find one at a local nursery or hardware store, you're up for a long search without much selection. When ordering online, you have a wide variety of styles and colors to choose from, they often ship very quickly, and are delivered right to your driveway. Because of the light weight of the synthetic materials, your waterfall will be easy to move to its permanent location, and you'll even be able to easily take it with you if you move.

To prepare your yard for a new waterfall pond, choose the location wisely. You may want to place it at the edge of your patio, or make it a dramatic focal point at the center of your garden. Plan on having seating nearby, because you and your family will want to relax near it and enjoy the soothing waterfall sounds. You can enhance the beauty of your waterfall pond by planting ornamental grasses, small bushes, and other greenery around it. A few faux or natural boulders in various sizes placed around it will make it seem like a natural part of the landscape.

Your new waterfall pond will go a long way toward making your yard or garden the relaxing getaway you always dreamed of. It will give you a place to gather together, soak in the sunshine, enjoy the sound of the water, and entertain guests. This is one quick garden makeover that will transform your exterior space from boring to beautiful!

About the Author

Stephanie Gottschalk writes the blogs 'Picnic Fun - Tips and Recipes' and 'The Joy of Water Fountains' for Specialty Living Inc., an Asheville, North Carolina-based company that aims to share their love of people, nature and life through high quality water fountains and picnic baskets.