8 Lessons on Stretching a Small Yard

Use several fountains throughout the garden, especially at entry points and seating spots, to distinguish different areas with contrasting water spills and sculptural elements. Eagleton's four range from a smooth granite sphere to a Japanese trough, with sounds that murmur soothingly or splash to mask urban noise.

Shown: Amid lilies and moneywort is a Japanese-style garden with a concrete trough fountain that adds trickling sounds to be heard on the dining deck.