Make an Easy DIY Solar Water Fountain Planter

Are you looking to give your garden or patio a more peaceful feel without having to overspend? Maybe a DIY solar water fountain planter is all you need. The serenity of moving water, combined with the color of healthy flowers, will be powered by renewable solar energy in this project. In this post, I will detail how you can make a nice solar fountain planter with simple materials. Whether one is an utter novice at gardening or a seasoned pro, this is a basic addition that is very cheap and can be mixed into your outdoor space.

Table of Contents

• Materials You'll Need:
• Step 1: Choosing Your Planters
• Step 2: Preparing the Base Planter
• Step 3: Placing the Small Planter
• Step 4: Adding Soil and Plants
• Step 5: Filling the Small Planter with Water
• Step 6: Assembling the Solar Fountain
• Step 7: Enjoy Your New Water Fountain Planter
• Tips and Tricks for Maintaining Your Solar Fountain Planter

Materials You'll Need:

• One large planter: It would serve as the base of the water fountain planter.
• One small planter: This should have no drainage holes in it since this holds the water for the fountain.
• Sand or gravel: Sand or gravel serves only to keep the bottom planter from getting waterlogged and to stabilize it.
• Potting soil: This allows filling around the small planter; gives a base to your plants.
• Annual plants: Trailing lobelia and petunias are some of the great works for adding lots of color in a cascading type style.
• Water: This fills the little planter and also continues the function of your solar fountain.
• Solar floating fountain: main attraction; this little solar-powered pump powers the fountain.

Now, let's get down to business with the steps involved in making your very own solar water fountain planter.

Step 1: Planters Selection

First, select your planters. I recommend a large-based planter for the dirt and plants and a smaller planter or bowl for the solar fountain itself. Here, you can get creative by selecting rustic, modern, or classic planters that will fit your style. Just make sure that the smaller one doesn't have any drainage holes, as it will need to hold water for the solar pot fountain.

Step 2: Set Up the Base Planter

Once you have your planters, prepare the base. Fill the large planter about a third full with either sand or gravel to stabilize the structure and make sure that the little planter will sit inside while preventing the soil from becoming too waterlogged.

Step 3: Place the Small Planter
Place the small planter in the center of the larger planter once the base is stabilized. This small planter will serve as the water reservoir for your solar-powered fountain. Centering places it allows for balanced plant placement and creates a neat focal point for your container fountain.

Step 4: Adding Soil and Plants
Now, fill the remaining space around the small planter with potting soil, making sure it secures the smaller planter inside the larger one snugly. After having all of the soil in the large container, you are able to start adding your annual plants. For a great cascading effect, I recommend Lobelia and Petunia-trailing. The soft blue flowers of Lobelia, along with vibrant-colored flowers of Petunias, will give your garden just the splash it wants.
When planting, allow some space in between them for growth. After having the plants in position, gently pat the soil to hold them in place. This will ensure that, with time and as the plants grow, your solar fountain planter will be full and attractive.

Step 5: Filling Small Planter with Water
Have your plants set, then fill the small planter with water until it's about three-quarters full of water. This is where the fountain will operate.

Step 6: Assemble the Solar Fountain
Now the fun part—putting your solar floating fountain together. Follow the enclosed instructions for attaching the nozzle and assembling the pump. Most solar water fountain pumps have a number of nozzles you can interchange to control the spray of the water. Once assembled, place the solar water fountain pump in the water-filled planter, making sure the solar panel faces towards the sunlight as much as possible.

Step 7: Enjoy Your DIY Solar Water Fountain Planter
And there it is-your own DIY solar water fountain planter! Take a step back and behold the result of your work. The combination of all the colorful flowers with the soft sounds of the water blending creates a tranquil oasis, just perfect for any garden or patio.
This container fountain will also serve as a birdbath or even a fun water feature for your pets. Birds and small animals always naturally migrate toward the sound of water, so don't be surprised when this becomes a 'hot spot' for wildlife to visit.

Tips and Tricks for Maintaining Your Solar Fountain Planter

• Water Level: Watch out for the water level, especially when it is hot outside; the water will evaporate in no time. Refill the water to the top for the fountain to work at its full potential. Always keep a watering can nearby to immediately fill it up.
  Plant Care: Water plants from time to time, and deadhead flowers to let them bloom again. This keeps your solar fountain planter looking nice and healthy throughout the season.
• Customization: You can get fancy with your design by putting more decorative stones or pebbles around the plants to give it a finished appeal. You also can play with different plants, such as herbs or succulents, for a more fragrant or low-maintenance water feature.

Such is the simple, pleasing, and rewarding DIY project-building of a solar water fountain planter that adds beauty and tranquility to your outdoor space. This is an affordable enhancement of the garden or patio rather than an expensive one. From a fun weekend project to adding creativity to your outdoor decor, this solar pot fountain is a great option.

Comment below if you'll be trying this project out, and please, by all means, share your DIY solar fountains with us. Happy gardening and enjoy your new solar water feature!

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