Add Outdoor Flare With the Best Garden Fountain

We have completed extensive research to bring you the top garden fountains of 2021. However, we understand that with so many designs available, you may want to do your own research and find something a bit more in keeping with your tastes. To help you find your ideal garden fountain, we have come up with several factors you should consider before investing.

Things To Consider When Buying a Garden Fountain

Where do you want to place it?

Most garden fountains do not require plumbing (although you should always check that this is the case for the garden fountain of your choice). This means that you do not need to make sure your fountain is near a water supply. However, many fountains require access to an electricity source to power the pump. If the garden fountain does not need electricity, it is likely solar-powered. In this case, make sure that the area you want to place your garden fountain has enough access to sunlight to make it work. 

If you want to place your fountain on a table or a shelf, make sure it is lightweight enough, or the surface of the base is strong enough to support its weight. You also need to secure your fountain to the elevated surface to prevent it from tipping over. For larger models with big water basins, you will need to consider the safety of your pets and children.

For more information on putting in a new fountain, check out this video by Garden Answer.

Style

With so many products on the market, you are bound to find a garden fountain that completely matches your style. You can find a fountain that fits your modern furniture. For example, a minimalistic glass fountain would suit a glass garden furniture set. Another option is choosing a fountain that matches the plant scheme you have chosen. For example, if you are growing bamboo, you may want to buy an oriental-looking fountain. 

Sound

Many people buy a garden fountain because they enjoy the sound. Running water can be very relaxing. However, if your fountain barely makes a sound or makes too much noise, you may not feel satisfied with your purchase. 

Easy to clean

Your garden fountain won’t look good as new forever without maintenance. Choose a product that is easy to dismantle and clean. If you don’t clean your water fountain, it may create a foul odor.

Types of models

There are various types of garden fountains available:

• Tabletop models: You can use tabletop models on plinths, tables, and other raised objects
• Wall fountains: Wall fountains are intended to be either mounted on a wall or placed against a wall. This kind of fountain will save you space if you have a small garden
• Floor fountains: As the name suggests, floor fountains are placed on the floor. There are large varieties of styles and sizes to choose from in this category. Floor fountains are available in tiered or disappearing designs—more on those in a second
• Tiered fountains: A tiered fountain pumps water to the top of the fountain, and it cascades down several tiers. The water ends up in a reservoir where it is then recycled. The design of tiered fountains can include intricate carvings or look minimalistic
• Disappearing fountains: Disappearing fountains contain a hidden reservoir that is concealed beneath the ground. They can be tiered and are also, of course, floor fountains. These fountains require less space because the reservoir is underground, and they require less maintenance because the sun cannot cause algae to grow leaves, and debris cannot enter the reservoir
• Japanese fountains: Japanese fountains are simply designed with a large basin and water trickling from a spout into it
• Self-contained fountains: Self-contained fountains usually look like a large pot with sprouting water that comes straight from the reservoir. A self-contained fountain generally has everything you need in one place, apart from a power source, unless it is solar-powered. A self-contained fountain will only work on level ground
• Spouting fountains: Spouting fountains are placed on top of a body of water and use a subversive pump to sprout the water up into the air. These fountains are generally solar-powered and can come in a variety of designs. They are a great tool to snazz up an already existing pond
• Cascading fountains: Cascading fountains are similar to tiered fountains in that they usually possess three levels that get progressively smaller as they reach the top. The difference is that the water of a cascading fountain flows like a stream. This kind of fountain is often designed to look as natural as a stream over rocks
• LED fountains: LED fountains will light up and make the running water look even more beautiful
• Waterfall fountains: Waterfall fountains are a popular style that recreates a waterfall in your garden 
• Birdbath fountains: Birdbath fountains are multifunctional fountains that are also designed to attract birds. What is more peaceful than listening to running water and birdsong?
• Decorative style fountains: Decorative style fountains often contain statues that would work as a stand-alone decorative piece. This style of the fountain will often incorporate running water into the “story” of the figures
• Classic Greek style fountains: The classic Greek style can look a little tacky if you do not have a Mediterranean-style garden to match it. Think of intentionally broken pots and urns, and Greek gods and goddesses frolicking in the water 

Garden Fountain Price Range

For a decent-looking fountain, you should budget between $50 and $350. You could go higher if you are planning on getting an enormous floor fountain.

How We Chose the Best-Quality Garden Fountains

We considered style, power source, ease of use, and cost to choose the top-quality garden fountains.