Backyard fountains add a soothing water element and a decorative feature or focal point to your outdoor space that will make it feel more enjoyable to use. Whether you choose to build a simple DIY ...

An outdoor water fountain may be pleasant to look at, but that is not the only reason you should consider purchasing one. It can also benefit your emotional and physical health and provide easy access ...

The sound of splashing water or a babbling brook is calming for many people. When you’re not hard at work making your garden gorgeous, it’s a place for you to relax and enjoy nature’s beauty. Add a ...

From gentle trickles to bird-friendly basins, here’s how garden fountains are bringing calm vibes—and smoke-free comfort—to outdoor gatherings. If you haven’t heard of the term sparden or spa-den yet, ...

Standing in her Oakland garden, Andrea Hurd listens to the first house finch of the year declare his territory in the single big tree. She's designed habitat for him and other birds here, but he's not ...

A backyard fountain might seem like the perfect way to enhance your outdoor space, but the costs extend far beyond the initial purchase. While small, prefabricated fountains or those made with reused ...

DEAR JOAN: I have a small recirculating fountain that I have had since 2007. It has always been a daily source of water and showers for many hummers each day. Other small birds use it often. There is ...