Fountains, ornamental ponds or other water features in the garden do not necessarily have to be made of stone, concrete or plastic. In Japan, for example, bamboo canes of various thicknesses are a widespread alternative. You can use this to create creative gargoyles, stairs or even rockers, which create a very special flair.
How to build a Japanese water feature out of bamboo?
To build a Japanese water feature made of bamboo yourself, you need bamboo pipes, a garden hose, a collecting basin, a pump, natural stones, and tools such as a shovel, spade, drill, saw and wire. Creatively design the water feature according to your ideas or get inspired.
Materials for a Bamboo Water Feature
For a simple, homemade Japanese water feature made of bamboo, you will need the following materials:
- Bamboo tubes
- Garden hose
- Collection basin made of stone, plastic or stainless steel (if one is not already available)
- Suitable pump (e.g. for indoor fountains (€11.00 on Amazon) with a delivery rate of 700 liters per hour and a delivery height of 120 to 130 centimeters)
- Natural stones for decoration, if desired
- Tools: shovel, spade, drill, saw, wire
Before you start building the water feature, you first need an idea: The bamboo tubes can be processed into a water feature in very different ways. The collecting basin can also be attractively designed with bamboo or natural stones. The best way to get inspired is to search for images or develop your own creative ideas.
Tip
Japanese water features made of bamboo are also ideal for the balcony or terrace, as they can be made and designed to be small.
