Of all the water features available to us, a bamboo water feature is by far the most unique - and coveted.

Japanese devices made to frighten animals that pose a threat to agriculture A shishi-odoshi breaks the quietness of a Japanese garden with the sound of a bamboo rocker arm hitting a rock.

Lush green foliage and yellow canes are complimented by pleasing orange-pink sheaths as new growth pushes early in the season. Whilst the splits may look unsightly they will not affect the structural integrity nor the operation of the water basin arrangement.

To add the plastic pipe that will feed water into your bamboo spout, you’ll need to drill a hole using your spade drill bit. From the moment we got it we had to do minor adjustments to stop leaks and get the water to flow correctly. And can be transported around your home for you to enjoy the benefits no matter where you have chosen to spend your relaxing time. You may find our guides on how to plant, grow and care for bamboo and the differences between clump forming and running bamboo useful.These sections of bamboo pole only need to be a few inches long and should be secured in between the wider sections of bamboo pole with super glue. Also known as umbrella bamboo or fountain bamboo, it maintains a consistently bushy growth habit including at the base and provides an excellent, year-round focal point with its tall, fresh canes. Bamboos can often strike fear into the heart of gardeners, as some are invasive, but fear not, this little bamboo is a very well behaved garden guest.

Although delicate in appearance, Chinese Fountain Bamboo is tough and hardy, able to withstand severe winters. These features handle your wellbeing with care: no more unwanted noise, and only relaxation through a serene sound of flowing water. Our upright Bamboo water spout is the one that you would see in the traditional Japanese water basin arrangement. Self-contained, and very easy to install, the Large Bamboo Feature can be located in a number of locations where the relaxing, peaceful and tranquil qualities of flowing water can be fully appreciated. An “oriental-style garden can be complemented with a simple bamboo ‘deer scarer’ feature,” says Garden Answers contributor, Geoff Hodges.

Many kits come with a spout and pump – which may take a little expertise to get connected to a water reservoir. Give a high nitrogen feed in spring and apply a balanced fertiliser through the rest of the growing season until late August. Before you take the plunge, it’s best practice to get acquainted with these small water features, which can totally change up your garden. Aside from flowering cherry trees and small rocky islands, a bamboo water feature utilises natural elements and the fluid movement of water to create a sense of harmony and engaging focal point. Secure your bamboo stem to a study surface using your clamps and then carefully cut each length of bamboo pole to size.

The canes are very slender and thin, so they gently arch over, hence it's common name of 'Fountain Bamboo'. A particularly robust species, Fargesia nitida (Chinese Fountain Bamboo) is an elegant, evergreen, clump-forming bamboo with tall and slender, purple-flushed green canes strongly arching under the weight of the foliage. Whatever basin you pick, choose one that is made from a material that is safe for outdoor use and is appropriately sized to work with your submersible pump. In addition to making your fountain more attractive, these rocks will also help add weight to your piece to stabilize it. However, if you want something a little more understated – much like a garden water bowl, feel free to tuck your new fountain away into a peaceful spot.Water regularly and ensure that bamboo plants in containers do not dry out even in winter as the foliage is prone to wind scorch. A trickle of water into the upper end of the tube accumulates and eventually moves the tube's centre of gravity past the pivot, causing the tube to rotate and dump out the water.