Micro ponds are the wildlife-friendly trend that turns tiny gardens or balconies into a relaxing oasis – how to get the look

Patio area with pond, red dahlias in pot and black garden seating.

There aren’t many gardeners who don’t dream of adding a stunning water feature to their outside space, and if you have a small garden, courtyard or balcony, I’m here to tell you that your dream is in fact a possibility. I’m seeing patio ponds (£24.99, Thompson & Morgan), also known as micro ponds, everywhere this summer - and they’re perfect for supporting wildlife and creating a relaxing water feature in a small space.

Wildlife-friendly gardening has been one of the biggest garden trends of the year, and a micro pond is one of the easiest (and prettiest) ways to encourage wildlife to a small garden or urban outdoor space.