At this time of year I want to spend as much time as I can on my patio, relaxing and watching the wildlife. There are lots of ways I encourage bees and birds, but when the summer sun hits, it's a water feature that makes all the difference.
That is why I was delighted to spot ALDI has released a $10 solar fountain that you can add to all kinds of bird baths or decorative bowls to create a water feature with a gentle mist and tranquil sound that hummingbirds will adore.
With this, I can add to the quiet solace space I'm creating, and I also might be able to share it with the most beautiful wildlife. You can find solar fountains at Amazon, too, but I've never seen one as inexpensive as ALDI's latest drop, and I predict this will sell out fast.
This versatile solar-powered water fountain comes in two different shapes (round and curved) and will fit into any bird bath, water bowl, small pond or water feature.
Solar Fountain Benefits
The greatest thing about this solar fountain is that it allows you to transform the bowl or bird bath of your choice into a water feature without the need for any electricity.
You can customise to your own aesthetic, whether that's by adding it to a contemporary concrete bowl, or a more decorative, whimsical bird bath.
It also comes with seven nozzles, allowing you to change the fountain patterns as you wish. Hummingbirds love a gentle mist and will be attracted to the soft sounds of a tranquil water feature.
They are also attracted to bright colors, especially red, so you could position a plant with red flowers next to your water feature signal to them.
How I'd Style It
This solar fountain will transform all kinds of garden features. Here are some of the loveliest ways I would use it as a garden fountain idea.
This classic copper-look bird bath has a timeless feel to it, with an aged finish, and would be ideal for a small patio or courtyard at only 28 inches in height.
For a more modern feel, opt for a low ceramic or concrete bowl like this one. You could add some pond loving plants into it to complete the look.
I love the green glass on this metal bird bath; the contrast in textures is beautiful. The stake makes it durable, sturdy and weather resistant, too.
Shop Solar Fountain Alternatives
If you miss out on ALDI's solar fountain, there are plenty more to check out, and these are a few that caught my eye.
I really like the modern finish and turquoise shade of this ceramic solar bird bath. It's a ready made piece, perfect for a balcony or small patio.
You can hang this solar bird bath fountain from a tree branch or pergola, making the most of all vertical space and creating a safe place for hummingbirds to visit.
This solar fountain is called a 'bubbler' and produces and even softer water flow and sound, which birds adore.
Solar fountain kits require no cords or power outlets. Instead, it they automatically activate in direct sunlight, serving as a blissfully low-maintenance water feature that you can enjoy all summer long.
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