Reflections Water Gardens

05/29/2026

Raw basalt columns and polished stones create a steady sound of moving water. This custom installation proves that a striking landscape water feature does not require a massive footprint.
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05/28/2026

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05/27/2026

05/22/2026

The unofficial start of summer has arrived, and we are officially slipping into a long-weekend state of mind! There is something incredibly grounding about the contrast between a vast, open lake and the quiet intimacy of a custom private water feature right in your own backyard.

In Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, we designed this stone-lined pond to offer the perfect front-row seat to the season ahead, combining the energy of the open water with a personal, tranquil escape just steps from the patio. Wherever the holiday weekend takes you, we hope it involves a little time spent by the water.
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05/21/2026

Submerged stone steps offer a seamless entry into this private, crystal-clear pond in Rockford, Illinois. Every rock was placed with intention, creating a beautiful blend of architecture and ecology. This custom design gives the homeowners a quiet, refreshing escape right outside their back door.
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05/20/2026

A rolling stream meets a rolling ball! We designed this natural stone stream on a golf course in Woodstock, Illinois. It offers a moment of pure zen, but we can't promise it won't tempt your ball into an unexpected swim.
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05/20/2026

Save the date for the annual Garden & Pond Tour, presented by the Midwest Pond & Koi Society, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, July 18-19 and July 25-26, 2026. Cost is $25 per family up to four people. Cut and paste the link below for tickets and more information.

The tour, which will include five Reflections Water Gardens-designed projects, provides a unique opportunity to see high-quality koi in a natural pond habitat. If you're considering adding koi to your pond, the tour is also an excellent chance to ask questions of experienced homeowners and professionals.
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05/18/2026

Nymphaea 'Colorado' is an essential selection for any water garden. Known for its ability to bloom even in low-light conditions, this hardy waterlily produces salmon-pink flowers that stand elegantly above the water's surface.

The plant features striking burgundy and green speckled foliage that transitions to a deep green as it matures. Its circular growth habit makes it a perfect fit for ponds of all sizes, whether planted at depths of one foot or three feet.

If you'd like to learn more about acquatic plants, send us a private message to subscribe to our newsletter. Each month our guest garden writer Kelly Billing, of Water Becomes a Garden, spotlights a perfect plant for ponds and water gardens.
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05/15/2026

We understand that today is International Day of Families. Here's an important (and very relaxed) member of ours.
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