Classes at Falling Water Gardens

We have been designing and installing water features and gardens professionally since 2000. Instead of starting a project and making your own mistakes, why not learn from ours?  We’ll teach you how to do it right the first time. Check out one of our classes!

All our classes are free of charge. We cover a multitude of topics throughout the season. Classes are offered rain or shine as we have a covered classroom.

Please check back often for any changes.

The following pond and garden classes rotate throughout the season.

Please see our calendar for times and dates.

RVSP are not required but are helpful for us to set up proper seating. 

Pots, Bubblers and Spitters

Are you interested in a water feature but short on space? Looking for a less expensive water feature? Perhaps you’re not interested in the naturalistic pond style and prefer something a little more modern. Bubbling pots and spitters are a great option. You’ll be surprised to know just how easy and economical this type of water feature can be. Whether it’s an overflowing pot, a shallow pool with a bamboo spigot, or a series of spitters, you’ll learn how, and what you need to do it. 

Class Duration: About 1 hour

Spring Pond Care

Get your pond spring-ready with our concise, one-hour class! You’ll learn effective strategies for green water and algae control, essential care tips for your fish, and the right products to keep on your shelf for a thriving pond. We’ll also cover how to rejuvenate your aquatic plants after their winter break.

Whether you’re a seasoned pond owner or just starting, this class will equip you with all the necessary info to kick off the season right. Join us and ensure your pond is set for success this spring!

Class Duration: About 1 hour

Pond Building 101

This class covers every aspect of pond building for the do-it-yourselfer. How big do I want my pond? Where will I place it? How difficult is it to keep fish and do I even want them? How do I keep predators out of the pond? What equipment should I include? How do I build a pondless water feature? Answer these questions and more in this all encompassing course. At the end of this class you will be ready to start digging out your water feature! 

Class Duration: About 2 hours

Pond Building 102

This class quickly recaps pond building 101 and then spends the rest of the course going over how to properly build a waterfall/stream that will not leak!  This is the area most DIY’s struggle with.  You will get the tricks and tips, the do’s and don’ts, that we have gained building ponds since 2000. 

Class Duration: About 1.5 hours

Proper Filtration for Fish Ponds

This class will discuss Biological filters, UV Sterilizers, Other filtration like barrel filters and under-gravel filters, UV sterilizers, skimmers, and how many fish you can keep in your pond.  

Class Duration: About 1 hour

Troubleshooting Your Leaking Pond

This class will help you with tricks and tips for isolating and repairing a leaking water feature.  

Class Duration: About 1 hour

How to Prep your Pond for Winter

This class will discuss when to stop feeding your fish, how to winterize plants and pond equipment to survive the winter weather.  

Class Duration: About 1 hour

Aquatic Plants

This class covers all you need to know regarding aquatic plants, including choosing the right plant for the right spot, dividing and transplanting, fertilization and routine maintenance. 

Class Duration: About 1 hour

Lighting in the Pond and Garden

Enjoy your pond, garden or outdoor living space late into the evening by adding low-voltage lighting. Why not get the most out of your space? This class will cover everything you need to know to turn your space into a magical after-dark sanctuary. 

Class Duration: About 1 hour