Homeowner Forum / Lawn and Garden / February 2010

I am contemplating installing a small water feature, perhaps
something with a drilled stone sitting on pebbles.

There seem to be some available as kits, alternatively parts can
be bought separately. I guess for the stone, getting this locally
would reduce transport costs.

Are kits likely to have sufficiently generous reservoir and
catchment tray?

I read that pumps should be removed in winter, yet a supplier of
more contemporary installations I spoke to claimed that he simply
left his in situ. Whilst I am OK with manhandling a moderately
sized stone into position initially, I am not too happy with
having to disturb it regularly.

What is the most cost efficient way of keeping the water clear?

Any thoughts on any of the above?

Chris