A lively stream tumbles by a spa before falling into the swimming pool. Rounded Wisconsin fieldstone naturalize this garden as a bridge over the stream and outcropping. The pool deck (an irregular flagstone) and selected summer woodland planting complete the landscape illusion.

A decorative fountain rises from reflective waters in a geometric basin. The fountain and -----stone masonry match in color, celebrating the union. Waterlilies naturalize the scene, with perennial container planting softening corners beyond.

This precast fountain is actually featured as the center of this circular -----paver driveway. Evergreen planting provides a four season bed, as colorful annual flowers brighten. The water feature enlivens with surprise and constant movement within this paved motorcourt.

A swimming pool and gardens sweep gracefully from the home. -----stone repeats from the exterior wrapping the spa, while pool and spa coping match as flagstone. A mixed boulder waterfall rushes toward the pool from a comfy, cozy overlook area. An irregular flagstone pool deck naturally relaxes...

A decorative fountain rises from reflective waters in a geometric basin. The fountain and -----stone masonry match in color, celebrating the union. Waterlilies naturalize the scene, as container planting with perennials soften the corners of the stonework beyond.

A natural mix of -----stone, -----stone, and various river bed stones form this creek’s edge, spilling past a precast -----paver patio. A flagstone slab becomes one of the most naturalized bridges imaginable. Irregular flagstone steppers lead from the patio through a -----stone gravel garden.

This grand ----stone water feature sits center stage on a dimensioned bluestone patio. The two stones classically complement each other. Both the fountain and basin coping match the bluestone patio…the two elements tightly tied together with repeating materials. A beige-toned mortar subdues the...

A naturalized waterfall drops delightfully into a reflecting pond. The -----stone waterfall shares an uneven border of -----stone with the nearby -----paver patio. A hillside planting of colorful perennials and flowing grasses complete this convincing cascading creation.

A jumping waterfall rolls down this slope before descending into a mixed -----stone streambed. Outcropping boulders of -----stone form the falls and edge the still pond. Low planting drops alongside the falling water, carefully framing views while maintaining an open look of the spillway.

This Pocket Pond nestles into a naturalized nook off of a -----stone patio. Pond edges of -----stone boulders provide a craggy, angular frame. The casual pattern of irregular -----stone relaxes the patio surface, while an indigenous planting of low perennials and cascading grasses create a...

.-----stone slabs and -----stone boulders combine to create a dramatically dropping waterfall garden. Groundcover mixed with seasonal plantings soften the spillway’s irregular stonework. The splashing symphony of falling water can reach the nearby home.

A water feature doesn’t need to be elaborate to be effective. A simple -----stone slab quickly becomes a bridge spanning a dropping waterfall. A varied edge of -----boulders and -----stone form the jumbled edge of the stream. Colorful planting softens hard stone.

Arching ornamental grasses frame this descending shallow waterfall. Uneven masonry edges of -----stone ensure a rugged and natural appearance. Among the stonework, soft flowering perennials, and green groundcovers several Koi fish contently call this fishpond home.

A gathering of raised -----stone boulders huddle together forming this quaint lagoon. A flagstone stepper path leads through a brilliant mix of flowering perennials and full groundcovers blending happily as a full tapestry. A pair of crane fountains celebrate the spirit of this space.

Through a woodland garden, a bioswale doubles as a wandering creek: a rockery blend of ledge rock, river stones, mixed pebbles of size and type, and granite. The stonework variety recreates a convincing natural stream, pausing with a softly dropping waterfall at several key spots.

A fountain easily becomes a charming garden accent. Often a contained unit, precast fountains require only a glorious garden setting and an electric outlet to perform. Here bluestone, detailed with bluestone chips, displays this fountain with crafted masonry and expert stonework.