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Ponds, Waterfalls and Creeks
HabiScapes
recirculating ponds DO NOT promote
mosquitoes.
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Ponds and waterfalls
HabiScapes ponds have been featured as a "highlight"
on the Missoula Parade of Homes. They will redefine how your
yard will be used by your family and by visitors who come to
experience all the sights and sounds of a real mountain creek.
From the plunging waterfalls to the splashing cascades to the
meandering creeks that flow from pond to pond. HabiScapes will
create a habitat where you can escape and enjoy the birds and
butterflies that "drop by".
HabiScapes ponds are recirculating and constantly filtering,
therefore, they do not serve as breeding areas for mosquitoes
that prefer standing water. Also, HabiScapes ponds are not pre-formed,
so, are not limited in shape or size. Whether you like the welcoming
of a small entryway pond or the thrill of long cascading creeks
and plunging waterfalls, HabiScapes can design a water feature
to surpass your expectations.
Review a selection of pond sizes, then enjoy a private showing
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These small, entryway ponds
welcome visitors, as well as allowing the tranquil sounds of
a mountain creek to drift through the windows to the delight
of the homeowners.
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This typical backyard pond is only about 2000 gallons, yet
offers the wonderful sounds of two waterfalls and a creek. The
pond is large enough to grow a diversity of spectacular water
lilies, cattails and other aquatic plants. Perennial beds were
created at either end to soften the area and add even more lush
beauty. At night, the underwater lights shimmer through the
cattails and light the waterfalls.
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This 10,000 gallon pond with two large
waterfalls, multiple cascades, and two meandering creeks is
a spectacular addition to this beautiful home in the forest.
In a forest fire emergency, the large reservoir of water may
make the difference between their home being designated a priority
site by firefighters or sacrificed in favor of another home.
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At 15,000 gallons, these homeowners
enjoy a double pond, waterfalls, and an adjoining, boulder-strewn
creek. They also enjoy the water lilies, irises, and cattails.
The many fish swimming amongst the aquatic plants is a mesmerizing
bonus. In an emergency, however, this beautiful pond becomes
an emergency reservoir in the protection of their mountain home.
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Standing at this pond/reservoir you
can see the devastation by fire to Blodgett Canyon in the Bitterroot
Mountains. This 50,000+ gallon pond will supply firefighters
with plenty of water for protecting the home. For now, the homeowners
enjoy their large trout and watching the wild turkeys and other
wildlife that frequent the pond.
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Some clients prefer the sounds of rushing creeks that cascade
from pond to pond. These 60 foot creeks connect two small ponds
flowing under a huge, natural stone footbridge. The creek continues,
turning to rapids as it leaves the second pond and splits into
two creeks around a huge boulder. The creeks join just before
the final cascade into the large koi pond at the edge of their
stone patio. Water lilies, pickerel rush, and other aquatic
plants thrive in the 100 foot waterfeature.
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Careful design and using native plants and stone can create
a natural looking mountain creek. This is one of two meandering
creeks that offer a diversity of cascading and flowing sounds.
Flowing water attracts both human and wildlife alike.
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This 4 foot vase from Indonesia makes a spectacular presentation
as water flows down its contour around the entire perimeter.
It was completed by adding water hyacinths and even fish!
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The most important thing, is the easiest...relax by your
pond. Enjoy the sounds of flowing water, the colorful fish,
the birds flitting in for a drink; it's your private retreat.
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What do you do in the winter? Many allow their ponds and
creeks to operate all year while others enjoy a new use for
the winter season...ice skating!
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