Materials:
Large, smooth rock
Drill with stone cutting attachment
Pump (with waterproof tubing)
Small bowl
Clear tubing
Silver-leaved bamboo stalk
Dried wild dock seed-heads
Moss (optional)
Instructions:
- Find a Rock: The first step is to find a large, smooth rock that will serve as the base of your waterfall vase. Look for a rock with an interesting shape and texture. You can find rocks at landscaping stores, rivers, or beaches.
- Carve the Waterfall (optional): If you want to create a more dramatic waterfall effect, you can use a drill with a stone cutting attachment to carve a channel down the side of the rock. Be sure to wear safety goggles and gloves when using the drill.
- Create the Water Reservoir: Drill a small hole near the top of the rock that will connect to the channel (or a natural crevice) you created in step 2. This will be the reservoir for your waterfall.
- Install the Pump: Place the pump inside a small bowl hidden behind the rock. Run clear tubing from the pump to the top hole in the rock, ensuring a secure connection.
- Assemble the Vase: Fill the reservoir with water and test the pump to ensure the water flows down the channel. Place the silver-leaved bamboo stalk and dried wild dock seed-heads inside the rock vase.
Tips:
- Choose a rock that is already relatively smooth to minimise drilling.
- If you don't want to carve a channel, you can simply let the water trickle down a natural crevice in the rock.
- Line the bottom of the rock vase with pebbles or gravel to help hold the plants in place and hide the tubing.
- Mist the bamboo stalk and wild dock seed-heads occasionally to keep them from drying out.
- You can add a small amount of moss to the base of the rock for a more rustic look.
- Be sure to use a pump that is specifically designed for submersible use.
