3 Water Features for Your Farm That Will Blow Your Mind

When people think of farms, they tend to picture dirty conditions and smelly animals. However, farms can often be absolutely stunning. With open fields, wildflowers blooming, and peaceful serenity, they have a charm that is hard to deny. Some people were lucky enough to find land for their farm that already came equipped with water features like a pond or babbling brook. Unfortunately, not every farmer has such luck and is instead left to add a water feature themselves. If your farm could benefit from a fancy water feature, we’ve got a few suggestions for you!

Rock Garden Water Feature

Do you have an area on your farm that just doesn’t seem to be ideal for grass or vegetation? Is the soil rockier than you’d like? Rather than leaving it barren, you could turn it into a rock garden with a water feature. With a bench off to the side it could become a place for you to relax at the end of each day.

The first thing you’ll need to consider when digging the hole for the pond in your water feature is to find out how deep it needs to be to ensure it doesn’t freeze over in the winter. You can then line the hole with thick black plastic to keep it from draining into the groundwater. If you’re able, try to use as many locally collected rocks as you can to create the rock garden around your water feature. Doing so will save you time and money during the construction process.

Windmill Water Feature

When farms are featured in movies, especially those of days gone by, they usually feature a windmill somewhere on the property. While you don’t see them as much anymore, you could still create a water feature with one to add a bit of nostalgia and beauty to your farm.

Even if you aren’t experienced with welding, you can still make one out of wood or purchase one pre-made. The pond itself can be made out of concrete or with a large plastic tub surrounded with rocks and native vegetation. With the pump submerged under water, it can then direct the water out through the spout in the windmill. This is definitely a creative idea that can be a conversation starter for visitors!

Natural Swimming Pool

We all know that it can get pretty hot out on a farm, especially here in the south, so finding ways to cool off can be difficult. If you’ve ever thought about putting in a pool, you should consider a natural swimming pool in place of a chemically treated one. Natural swimming pools have seen a rise in popularity recently due to their easy maintenance and ability to blend into the landscape. With the right blend of plants and filtration system, you too can have your own private paradise.

Any one of these three water features would be a stunning addition to your farm. All it takes is a little bit of creativity and hard work and you too can add an oasis to your country farm.