Fountainscapes & Waterfalls

09/07/2026

How Do I Deal with Brown Pond Water?
Brown, tea-colored, or muddy pond water can have several different causes. The key is figuring out why the water is brown before trying to fix it.

Backyard pond with brown muddy water and suspended sediment
The Fast Answer
If you can see through the water but everything has a brown or tea-colored tint, dissolved organic material such as leaves may be staining the water.

If the water itself looks cloudy, muddy, or full of suspended particles, you may be dealing with sediment, runoff, disturbed debris, or a filtration issue.

Those problems can look similar from the patio, but they do not necessarily have the same solution.

https://fountainscapesandwaterfalls.com/brown-pond-water.html

08/19/2026

Had an awesome time at Pondemonium 2026 and really enjoyed all the educational sessions and networking with water feature professionals from around the world!
Can't wait for 2028!

08/10/2026

Before and after: The many looks of a single fountain

07/29/2026

Taking a look at what'll be the final waterfall at the BamaBass pond build (Nov. 2023)

07/21/2026

From forgotten backyard... to unforgettable destination.

Every amazing outdoor space begins with a vision.

This backyard was once an underused area with untapped potential. Today, it's a peaceful retreat featuring a custom ecosystem pond, a beautiful paver patio, natural stonework, and landscape lighting that creates an entirely different experience after sunset.

📸 In this post you'll see:
➡️ The "before" photo
➡️ Daytime views of the finished project
➡️ Nighttime views showcasing the lighting
🎥 Day and night videos so you can experience the sights and sounds of the water feature in action.

https://www.fountainscapesandwaterfalls.com/projects/backyard-ecosystem-pond-new-ulm-personal.html

One of my favorite moments is hearing a homeowner say, "I never imagined our backyard could look like this."

If you've ever looked out your back door and felt like something was missing, let's talk about what's possible. Together, we can transform unused space into a place where you'll relax, entertain, and create memories for years to come.

Creating Beauty. Leaving Legacy.

📞 (507) 720-3450
🌐 www.fountainscapesandwaterfalls.com

Serving New Ulm, Mankato, Southern Minnesota, and the Twin Cities.

See how an ordinary backyard was transformed with a custom ecosystem pond, waterfall, fountainscape features, goldfish, lighting, trellis, and paver patio.

07/16/2026

What if your backyard stopped looking like an employee break area... and started feeling like your own private resort?

This space wasn't being enjoyed. It had become little more than a place to step outside.

Now?

A custom ecosystem pond.
A beautiful paver patio.
Natural stone accents.
Professional landscape lighting.
A peaceful place to relax, entertain, and make memories with family and friends.

Swipe through the photos to see the transformation from an underused backyard into a true backyard paradise. The difference isn't just how it looks. It's how it feels.

At Fountainscapes & Waterfalls, we specialize in creating outdoor spaces that invite you outside instead of giving you a reason to leave them.

Creating Beauty. Leaving Legacy.

📞 (507) 720-3450
🌐 www.fountainscapesandwaterfalls.com

07/07/2026

07/04/2026

Happy Independence Day from Fountainscapes & Waterfalls!

06/19/2026

June Pond Care Checklist for Minnesota Ponds
June is when Minnesota ponds truly come alive. Fish are active, aquatic plants are growing, beneficial bacteria are working harder, and the pond becomes a centerpiece of outdoor living. A few simple maintenance steps now can help keep your pond clear, healthy, and enjoyable through the hottest part of summer.

https://www.fountainscapesandwaterfalls.com/resources/june-pond-care-checklist-minnesota.html

06/05/2026

Landscaping Around a Pond: Design Ideas That Actually Work
A backyard pond should not look like a hole in the yard with rocks around it. The best ponds feel like they belong there because the stone, plants, seating areas, lighting, and surrounding landscape all work together.

https://www.fountainscapesandwaterfalls.com/resources/landscaping-around-a-pond.html