The use of pebbles and gravel in gardens is very popular and this is no exception when it comes to water gardens, with the glistening wet stones adding another dimension to your creation. The photograph shows the result of using gravel and pebbles combined with planting and a beautiful feature, with water bubbling gently from it.

Plants can be placed in suitable pots straight into the gravel, or soil pockets can be hidden under the gravel so that the plants are not restricted in growth. The pump and hoses can be hidden under stones. Remember the pump should be housed in an accessible reservoir chamber as illustrated.