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Cascades are created by placing larger rocks at the bottom of the fall, slowly grading up to smaller rock at the top. with no header stone, the water then simply pours over the rocks to create the perfect cascade. please note a good size pump is needed for this effect unless you cement and seal all the rocks to avoid water spillage behind the rocks.
Streams can add a whole new dimension to your garden landscape. The sound of the water is very relaxing and sets the mood for your garden pond. One of the biggest selling points for many people, when they purchase a pond, is the wildlife it will attract to their yard! A pond alone will attract birds, but a stream and a pond will really encourage birds to flock to a property. Shallow, flowing water is a favourite place for birds to bathe. Streams add the dimension of motions which gives your landscape a life of its own. They are also very important in cultivating and encouraging wildlife to develop. One benefit a stream provides is added filtration. Water flowing over gravel is a natural filtering process. The highly oxygenated water flowing over the gravel supports large numbers of beneficial bacteria.