5 Tips to Care for and Maintain Outdoor Garden Rock Water Features

5 Tips to Care For and Maintain Outdoor Garden Rock Water Features

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Installing a rock water feature can greatly boost the curb appeal of your landscape. You can create a backyard oasis and enjoy the sound of nature as you listen to the water softly flowing. After installing a garden rock water feature, it is important to maintain it so your hard work doesn’t go to waste. Proper maintenance of rock water features will vary based on size, use and location. But here are some helpful tips that apply for general care and maintenance of rock water features:

1) Change the water in your waterfall (as in a complete replacement) once every month.

2) Keep the water level at its peak. If the temperature is hot, evaporation is accelerated so add water to your fountain on a regular basis. Adding fresh water daily also keeps your waterfall much cleaner.

3) Protect the pump. The most sensitive element of a water feature is the pump. It can be damaged by debris or lack of water in the basin. It is best to cover the pump with a cloth screen. Keep the basin clean from leaves or other debris and full of water to protect the pump.

4) Clean the tubing. If you start to notice problems with the pump after a few months of inactivity, you may not have a problem with the pump but rather may have debris stuck in the tubing. Use a garden hose to put pressure in the tubing and remove any debris that may be stuck.

5) Winterize the fountain. You should protect the basin and pump from freezing temperatures. If the pump freezes, it can be ruined. If water or debris freezes in the basin, you could threaten cracks in the basin. The best way to winterize rock water fountains is to do the following:

* Drain all water from the fountain * Clean the basin from any debris * Remove the pump and place in a safe and warm location * Cover the basin with a tarp or waterproof protective material. Ensure that no water can seep through the covering * If by some chance water freezes in the basin, allow the water to thaw in its own time. Do not break the ice on your own

The experts at Staker Parson Companies have the products you need to build a beautiful rock water feature. Stop by today to explore our landscape products. If you have any questions about maintaining or installing a rock water feature, contact Staker Parson Companies at 888-90ROCKS or visit www.stakerparsonlandscape.com.