Ponds shaped for frogs, dragonflies, birds and pollinators, with native plants, shallow edges and no fuss.
A wildlife pond is a small ecosystem you can sit next to. Frogs call from the edge, dragonflies hunt over the water and birds stop by to drink and bathe. It is a different goal from a show-piece koi pond, and it calls for a different design.
We shape gentle, uneven edges, include shallow beaches for birds and amphibians and plant natives that feed pollinators and give cover. The water is kept simple, with less equipment and more plants, so the pond looks and acts like a small piece of the Tennessee landscape.
Steep banks are hard for frogs and small mammals to climb. We build sloped beaches and shallow shelves so animals can drink and escape safely.
Native sedges, rushes, irises and flowering perennials give nectar, seeds and shelter. They also thrive in our climate and need less coddling than exotic ornamentals.
Large numbers of fish can eat tadpoles and insects. For a wildlife pond we often skip fish or keep them to a minimum so the pond can host more life.
A wildlife pond looks best when it is not too tidy. Leaving some fallen leaves, seed heads and logs gives animals places to live. We help you find the right balance.
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BeforeAfterHabitat that suits Middle Tennessee.
Easy in and out for wildlife.
Simple circulation and few moving parts.
Flowers from spring to fall.
Edges planned for kids and animals.
A calm, natural look that needs less work.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
SituationWildlife FriendlyFrogs, birds and dragonflies love a thoughtful pond. Here is how to welcome them and how to handle…Learn more 
Material guideAquatic PlantsWater lilies, marginals, floaters and bog plants: which grow well in Middle Tennessee and what each does for…Learn more 
SituationNew YardsStarting from bare ground: where to put water, how big to go and what to decide before the…Learn more Enter length, width and average depth and see the gallons your pond holds, the pump flow to aim for and the water for a first fill.
Tell us what you have in mind and send photos of your yard. We plan the visit so we arrive ready.
We walk the yard, discuss size, style and sound and mark the shape on the ground.
You get a clear written price, and we agree on a day and an arrival window.
Excavation with shelves and a stable slope, with protection for your lawn and a call to 811 first.
Liner, plumbing, filtration, stone and plants installed with careful attention to the hidden parts.
Water treated, flow tuned and a walk-through with you before we leave.
Water attracts many animals, including snakes in some areas. Open, uncluttered edges and good planting design help you enjoy the pond while keeping wildlife where it belongs.
Some do not. A small circulation pump keeps the water fresher, and we tell you what suits your goals.
Yes. A gentle cascade adds sound and oxygen, and wildlife often loves the moving water.
Often within days to weeks. Frogs and dragonflies tend to find new water remarkably fast.
Yes. Clean edges and well-chosen plants can look natural and tidy at the same time.
Aquatic PlantsWater lilies, marginals and bog plants chosen and planted in the right pots and the right spots for…Explore 
Rain Gardens and DrainageRain gardens, dry creek beds and swales that turn runoff into a beautiful feature instead of a soggy…Explore 
Backyard PondsA new backyard pond shaped to your yard, dug to a sensible depth, lined, plumbed and planted so…Explore 
Shoreline Erosion ControlStone, coir logs and deep-rooted native plants that stop pond and stream banks from washing away.Explore Tell us about the job and we will call you back quickly.
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