Many people are not sure where to begin when it comes to creating an attractive patio or deck garden.
Consider beginning with an item of focus, like a solar birdbath fountain, and then go to work from there.
There are many flowers and plants that are perfectly suitable for container gardening.
This style of gardening is great for beginners, and can be created in little time.
Beginning with a focus item, the solar birdbath fountain is a charming option due to its portability and ease of operation.
There are many styles of solar birdbath fountains, but most have an integrated pump and panel system located in the fountain basin.
Some have a remote solar panel that is connected to the pump with a long cable.
The pump continuously circulates water from the basin, of the fountain, through the center spout.
Solar birdbath fountains operate when direct sunlight hits the solar panel.
Many newer fountains have a Solar-On-Demand option.
This type of solar fountain has a backup battery that can operate the fountain for up to 6 hours.
Some choose to turn on the battery during the day so that if clouds roll in, the battery will allow uninterrupted operation of the pump.
Others choose to leave the battery in the 'off' position so that it charges all day in the sunlight and then is available to operate the fountain at night.
Often a standard solar fountain can be upgraded to solar-on-demand by purchasing a compatible solar panel.
Choose a theme for your container garden.
Decide whether you would like it to have a mix of colors and textures, have complimentary colors, or a single color.
You could create a simple, modern looking garden by using a variety of white pots, in different sizes and varying heights.
In the pots, plant different types of grasses, some tall and some short.
Solar birdbath fountains are available in several different heights.
You can choose a 2-tier fountain, a 4-tier cascading fountain, or a ceramic ground birdbath fountain.
A solar fountain has different fountain heads to choose from, which adds another level to it being the focal point for the garden.
There are also many color finish options, especially for the cascading style solar fountains.
Gardens on the deck or patio have several advantages.
They are closer to the house and probably easier to view and enjoy, they are closer to a water source, and they are further away from destructive critters.
Choose interesting pots and make sure they have drainage holes.
Select shrubs that flower or ones that have attractive foliage.
Consider textured plants like the Elephant Ear, and colorful lower growing plants like the Sun Coleus.
Annuals, like Petunias and Zinnias will brighten up your deck and your day.
Whatever your plan entails, a solar water fountain is an accent that will surely liven up your deck or patio garden.
Consider beginning with an item of focus, like a solar birdbath fountain, and then go to work from there.
There are many flowers and plants that are perfectly suitable for container gardening.
This style of gardening is great for beginners, and can be created in little time.
Beginning with a focus item, the solar birdbath fountain is a charming option due to its portability and ease of operation.
There are many styles of solar birdbath fountains, but most have an integrated pump and panel system located in the fountain basin.
Some have a remote solar panel that is connected to the pump with a long cable.
The pump continuously circulates water from the basin, of the fountain, through the center spout.
Solar birdbath fountains operate when direct sunlight hits the solar panel.
Many newer fountains have a Solar-On-Demand option.
This type of solar fountain has a backup battery that can operate the fountain for up to 6 hours.
Some choose to turn on the battery during the day so that if clouds roll in, the battery will allow uninterrupted operation of the pump.
Others choose to leave the battery in the 'off' position so that it charges all day in the sunlight and then is available to operate the fountain at night.
Often a standard solar fountain can be upgraded to solar-on-demand by purchasing a compatible solar panel.
Choose a theme for your container garden.
Decide whether you would like it to have a mix of colors and textures, have complimentary colors, or a single color.
You could create a simple, modern looking garden by using a variety of white pots, in different sizes and varying heights.
In the pots, plant different types of grasses, some tall and some short.
Solar birdbath fountains are available in several different heights.
You can choose a 2-tier fountain, a 4-tier cascading fountain, or a ceramic ground birdbath fountain.
A solar fountain has different fountain heads to choose from, which adds another level to it being the focal point for the garden.
There are also many color finish options, especially for the cascading style solar fountains.
Gardens on the deck or patio have several advantages.
They are closer to the house and probably easier to view and enjoy, they are closer to a water source, and they are further away from destructive critters.
Choose interesting pots and make sure they have drainage holes.
Select shrubs that flower or ones that have attractive foliage.
Consider textured plants like the Elephant Ear, and colorful lower growing plants like the Sun Coleus.
Annuals, like Petunias and Zinnias will brighten up your deck and your day.
Whatever your plan entails, a solar water fountain is an accent that will surely liven up your deck or patio garden.
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