Many homes rely on water wells for their household supply. Depending on the type, part of the structure, such as the pipe, cover, or pump, is often visible above the ground’s surface. If you’ve wondered how the well installation components can be incorporated into existing landscaping to enhance your property's aesthetics, here are a few design ideas to consider.

How to Blend Your Water Well Into the Landscaping

1. Create a Rock Garden

Obscure the water well by placing rocks, boulders, and decorative stones around the perimeter. For a more natural appearance, dig areas shallow enough to make the rocks look like they’re emerging from the ground. Add greenery like succulents and flowers with small root systems to heighten the organic aesthetic. 

2. Install an Outdoor Structure

Consider erecting a pergola, trellis, or well house over the installation area. These coverings will not only conceal the well pipe or cover but also add a beautiful three-dimensional design to your landscaping. You can customize the structures with vines and outdoor drapes to coordinate with your yard’s existing design or take advantage of traditional aesthetics with a rustic design.

3. Incorporate Potted Plants

A diverse mix of potted plants is another effective way to hide a water well. If your well cover lies flat on the ground, a large pot can be safely placed on top of it. 

Choose annuals and perennials so that the space will have blossoms year-round. Be careful not to plant trees or large shrubs around the well installation site since roots can grow into the well and damage the underground system. 

4. Reposition Exterior Items

If feasible, seat up patio furniture around the water well. Doing so will minimize the well’s appearance while creating a relaxing outdoor space. You can also place a sculpture or another piece of outdoor art near the well. This focal point will draw the eye toward it and away from the protruding well component. 

With a little creativity, it's easy to minimize the look of a well and maintain the harmony of your landscaping. Since 1986, Johnson Water Well Drilling in Foley, AL, has provided expert well installations. The family-owned company only uses top-quality equipment and precise measurements to determine the right location on your property for placement. Their team also uses the latest techniques to complete the work and stabilize the drilling site before the system is installed. For all your installation, maintenance, and repair needs, call the A+ Better Business Bureau®-accredited firm at (251) 955-5236. Visit the website for the full lineup of services, including 24/7 emergency care.