20 of the Prettiest Small Garden Ponds
Long for a pond but not sure you have the space? These petite designs might be just what you’re looking for
Sarah Alcroft
7 July 2019
Houzz UK Editorial Team
This photo series is designed to give you some coffee-break inspiration. Take five minutes for yourself and browse through these beautiful gardens.
The sound of trickling water, a glimpse of darting fish, a haven for wildlife – what’s not to love about a pond? If you think your garden isn’t big enough to accommodate one, you might be surprised at the many ways you can create a little patch of water that adds sparkling light and a pretty feature to your outdoor space.
Take a look at these designs – some on the larger side, but others positively tiny – and see whether any could work for you.
The sound of trickling water, a glimpse of darting fish, a haven for wildlife – what’s not to love about a pond? If you think your garden isn’t big enough to accommodate one, you might be surprised at the many ways you can create a little patch of water that adds sparkling light and a pretty feature to your outdoor space.
Take a look at these designs – some on the larger side, but others positively tiny – and see whether any could work for you.
15 Floren Design
Inspired by these pond designs? Find a landscape contractor to help you create your perfect outdoor space.
Inspired by these pond designs? Find a landscape contractor to help you create your perfect outdoor space.
20 Cultivart Landscape Design
Looking for more small garden inspiration? Check out 26 creative ideas for container gardens.
Tell us…
Could any of these designs work in your garden? Or do you already have a pond? Share your thoughts and photos in the Comments section.
Looking for more small garden inspiration? Check out 26 creative ideas for container gardens.
Tell us…
Could any of these designs work in your garden? Or do you already have a pond? Share your thoughts and photos in the Comments section.
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Does anyone have suggestions on best way to protect kois from foxes, herons and cats and does not involve the usual horrible looking nets?
Hello Neeti
Floating pond protector
Doesn't look too bad? They clip together. One of my clients uses it on his pond.
Herons may be wading birds but they can adapt - unfortunately. I have seen a heron standing on the edge of a pond which has a protective) grid over it, stabbing small frogs and drawing them up through the grid. The natural world is not always relaxing …