Backyard Waterfalls:
Many homeowners with small spaces in which to landscape would prefer a smaller waterfall, as long as it brings the wonderfully soothing sound that results from water striking water. One alternative is to use pre-cast concrete forms that mimic stone for the cascading structure. They're compact and easy to install, as they're simply stacked up over the edge of the pond. But they cost money. If you have access to natural rocks, why not take advantage of a free resource? That's the route I take in this backyard waterfall project.

To help you further with the design you can follow these basis rules:

1. Haul in your boulders and stones and place them around the worksite. Outline the location of your stream with a garden hose, and then paint a line around it. Also use paint to mark waterfall locations and ideal spots for large decorative boulders.

2. Dig the hole for the lower basin so it sits below the level of the streambed. Place boulders to build up the sides of the upper pool and upper portion of the stream, which are above the original grade. Pack dirt and gravel to hold all stones in place.

3. Drill holes in the basin using three different size hole saw bits. Prime, cement and attach the hose adapter to the pump.

4. Lay the fabric underlayment and rubber liner in the basin hole, then add the pump basin with pump. Attach the hose. Then add stone layers and the basin lid.

5. Pack dirt and gravel around the border stones to build upper waterfalls above the existing grade. Level the rows. Inspect the entire streambed and remove anything sharp. Tamp down the entire stream, banks and upper pool area.

6. Call Timmers Lawn and Landscaping for additional help.