I worry

a friend tells me 

he would like 

a water feature 

in his yard

I worry

they are hard to get right

it takes the right plants and rocks to make them look organic

other wise they end up like below

please no.

yes

do this boulder thing instead

yep

a square one mixed in with your raised garden beds

good idea

a waterless fountain

which would otherwise be pretentious

made more casual by the cascading plants

but you need a big ol house and yard for this

I love the mix of textures here

small, serene, patina

good choice

expensive but awesome

for your modern house

stripey grass is way cool

good god do not

my thoughts: if you got extra cash for your project

if you need to block out street noise

if you really love fountains

then do it

if not

use the money to get bigger plants

on some awesome outdoor furniture

or beer

you're welcome

peace out

xokg