If you are a gardener and you have an awareness of the environment and sense for preserving the earth'e natural resources then you will probably be aware of the availability of a solar powered garden fountain. As many of the world's leading environmental experts are shouting louder about environmental melt-down, the amount of solar powered products on the market over the last few years has significantly increased. This is not only good news for those of us who are determined to be greener within our everyday lives but also for those of us wanting a larger range of environmentally friendly products in general. For the gardeners out there,you will be pleased to know that the range of solar powered products for garden use just gets bigger and bigger. These range from solar powered garden lights to solar powered garden fountains<br><br>What are the benefits of using a solar powered garden fountain?<br><br>Infact there are numerous benefits derived from utilising a solar powered garden fountain<br><br>1) A solar powered garden fountain is very easily installed and does not require expert assistance. There are no unsightly power cable trailing accross your manicured lawn! Seriously though, you should always be very wary of mixing electricity with water and if you were to choose a conventionally powered fountain you should get advice from a qualified electrician.<br><br>2) Once you have purchased the equipment there are really no more costs. You are not using any house electricity so you are not adding to your electricity costs. Neither are you using electricity produced from fossil fuels to run your garden fountain.<br><br>3) An environmentally friendly way of enjoying your gardens' water feature. The constant relaxing and therapeutic sounds of running water are there to be enjoyed throughout the sunny days when you are in your garden and you are safe and secure in the knowledge that you are not adding to carbon emissions.<br><br>4) There is a versatility in the number of different materials the feature can be made from, ranging from terracotta to metal to recycled plastic.<br><br>5) Many solar powered garden fountains are self-contained, which means that they recycle the same water over and over again. <br><br>A solar powered garden fountain is usually placed in a sunny spot (hence ease of installation as mentioned above) and involves using the power of the sun to move the water within the feature. They are normally powered by a small pump which derives its energy directly from a photovoltaic cell which converts solar power into electricity.  A solar powered garden fountain is an easy, convenient and cheap way to brighten up a corner of your garden, decking, terrace, balcony or patio.<br><br>For more info contact Mike Matthews at www.solarpoweredgardenfountain.info. <br><br>