Blue Thumb Cascade Double Fountain with Accent Planter

Dynamic Water Feature with Living Accent

Elevate your landscape with the Cascade Double Fountain featuring an integrated accent planter—a unique combination that brings together flowing water and living greenery in one cohesive design. This complete kit pairs two distinctive GFRC fountain rocks with a decorative planter, creating a multi-dimensional focal point that engages the senses through sight, sound, and the organic beauty of plants.

Handcrafted at Blue Thumb's facility, each fountain is molded from real stone to capture authentic texture and natural character. The Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC) construction delivers the rugged appearance of natural boulders while weighing hundreds of pounds less, making installation manageable without compromising durability or visual impact.

Three-Element Design

Tall Cascade
Dimensions: 12" W × 15" D × 36" H
Weight: Approximately 50 lbs
The dramatic vertical element that creates pronounced water sounds and draws the eye upward. Its height establishes visual hierarchy and produces cascading water flow.

Sierra Springs
Dimensions: 18" W × 21" D × 20" H
Weight: Approximately 40 lbs
The broader, mid-height fountain that provides visual balance and creates layered water sounds. Its substantial footprint anchors the composition.

Accent Planter
Dimensions: 19" W × 17" D × 6" H
Weight: Approximately 20 lbs
The unique planter element adds living color and texture to your water feature. Plant with trailing succulents, colorful annuals, or ornamental grasses to personalize your fountain and introduce seasonal interest.

Total approximate weight: 110 lbs

Available Color Options

Dapple Grey (SKU: LA6100R)
Classic grey stone coloration with natural variation and subtle mottling. The versatile neutral tone complements any landscape style, hardscape material, or plant palette. Ideal for contemporary, traditional, and naturalistic designs.

Chestnut (SKU: LA6100R-2)
Warm, earthy brown tones with rich depth and organic character. Creates a cozier aesthetic that beautifully complements autumn-toned plantings, warm hardscapes, and rustic landscape designs.

Complete Kit Includes

• Three handcrafted GFRC pieces (Tall Cascade, Sierra Springs, Accent Planter)
• 4' × 4' fountain basin with grate and screen (49" square × 12" high)
• 1110 GPH mag-drive pump for energy-efficient, reliable operation
• Flow control valve for adjustable water flow
• Complete plumbing package with all required tubing and fittings
• Muck Buster® 24 tablets for water clarity and maintenance
• Detailed installation manual

The GFRC Advantage

Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete combines authentic stone aesthetics with modern engineering benefits. Each piece is molded from actual stone boulders, capturing genuine texture, crevices, and natural variation. The result is a water feature that looks and feels like real stone but offers superior durability, freeze-thaw resistance, UV stability, and manageable weight. At 110 lbs total, this kit weighs a fraction of what comparable natural stone would weigh, simplifying installation while ensuring years of reliable performance.

Basin Specifications

The included 4' × 4' basin provides a generous 70-gallon capacity, ensuring ample water reserve for continuous operation. The integrated grate and screen support the fountain rocks and planter while allowing easy access to the pump for maintenance. The substantial capacity reduces refilling frequency and provides thermal mass that helps stabilize water temperature.

Design Versatility

The planter element sets this kit apart, allowing you to introduce living plants that change with the seasons. Fill it with vibrant annuals for summer color, ornamental grasses for movement and texture, trailing succulents for low-maintenance elegance, or seasonal plantings that evolve throughout the year. The combination of water and greenery creates a dynamic, living landscape feature that engages multiple senses.

The two-fountain configuration with varied heights creates visual interest from multiple viewing angles and produces layered water sounds that mask neighborhood noise. Position the elements to suit your space—linear arrangements work well along pathways, while triangular layouts create focal points in garden beds or patio corners.

Optional Enhancements

Customize your fountain installation with these available accessories:

• Polished Pebbles - 5 bags recommended for complete coverage. Available in Black (#PPBK40) or Mixed Color (#PPMX40) to complement your chosen fountain color
• IllumiGlow® Fountain 3 Light Kit (#PB2897) - Exterior lighting to showcase your fountain and plantings after dark
• IllumiGlow® Fountain Plume Light Kit (#PB2903) - Interior plume lighting for dramatic upward illumination
• Auto Fill Kit (#ABDAUTO) - Automated water level maintenance for worry-free operation
• Splash Apron (#ABBSA36) - Enhanced water containment for windy locations or higher flow rates

Shipping Information

Important: Due to the weight and nature of GFRC construction, this product ships via commercial freight and does not qualify for standard free shipping. Freight charges will be calculated at checkout based on your location.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What makes the planter element special?
A: The integrated planter allows you to combine water and living plants in one cohesive feature. This creates a dynamic, multi-sensory landscape element that changes with the seasons. Plant with annuals for seasonal color, succulents for low maintenance, ornamental grasses for texture, or herbs for fragrance. The planter adds a living dimension that standard fountain kits don't offer.

Q: Which color should I choose?
A: Dapple Grey offers classic stone coloration that complements virtually any landscape style and is the most versatile choice. Chestnut provides warmer, earthy brown tones ideal for creating a cozier aesthetic or complementing warm-toned plantings and hardscapes. Consider your existing landscape colors and the overall mood you want to create.

Q: What is GFRC and why is it better than natural stone?
A: Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC) is molded from real rocks for authentic texture, weighs hundreds of pounds less than stone (making installation easier), won't crack from freeze-thaw cycles, resists UV degradation, and maintains consistent quality. You get the beauty and character of natural stone without the weight, fragility, or variability.

Q: Do I need to purchase polished pebbles separately?
A: Yes. Polished pebbles are recommended but sold separately. We recommend 5 bags for complete coverage around the basin, which creates a finished, professional appearance and helps conceal the basin grate. Pebbles are available in Black or Mixed Color to complement your fountain choice.

Q: What should I plant in the planter?
A: The planter works with a wide variety of plants. Popular choices include trailing succulents (low maintenance), colorful annuals (seasonal impact), ornamental grasses (movement and texture), herbs (fragrance), or small perennials. Consider your climate, sun exposure, and maintenance preferences. Ensure adequate drainage and use quality potting soil.

Q: Can I arrange the fountains and planter differently?
A: Absolutely! While product images show one arrangement, you can position the three elements in any configuration that suits your space. Linear arrangements work well along pathways, triangular layouts create focal points, and asymmetrical positioning offers a naturalistic look. The flexible plumbing allows for creative positioning.

Q: How much space do I need?
A: The 4' × 4' basin is the minimum footprint, but you should allow additional space for the pebble surround and visual breathing room. A 6' × 6' area is typically ideal, providing adequate space for the fountains, planter, pebbles, and maintenance access.

Q: What maintenance is required?
A: Water feature maintenance is minimal: check water levels weekly (more frequently in hot weather), use the included Muck Buster® tablets for water clarity, and periodically clean the pump intake screen. The planter requires standard plant care (watering, fertilizing, seasonal replanting). In freezing climates, winterize by draining the basin and storing the pump indoors. GFRC fountains can remain in place year-round.

Q: Can these fountains withstand freezing temperatures?
A: Yes. GFRC is engineered for exceptional freeze-thaw durability and can remain outdoors year-round. However, winterize the water system by draining the basin and storing the pump indoors in freezing climates. The fountain rocks and planter are highly weather-resistant and won't crack from cold temperatures.

Q: Is professional installation recommended?
A: While many DIY enthusiasts successfully install these kits using the included manual, professional installation is recommended for optimal results. Proper basin leveling, plumbing connections, and electrical setup are critical for long-term performance. The individual pieces are manageable in weight (20-50 lbs each), but two people make installation easier and safer.