This comprehensive guide up-dated edition provides information on all the aspects of designing and installing home garden water features such as ponds, rain gardens and various moving water features such as streams and waterfalls. Descriptions of historical water features from the past provide inspiration and are followed by a discussion of the steps for planning individual water features. Step by step instruction are given for installing ponds, streams, waterfalls, fountains, and their accessories such as bridges, lighting, and stepping stones. Special attention is given to the unique problems and needs of wetland gardens and suggestions are given to enhance water features with aquatic plants and animal life including crustaceans, fish, amphibians, birds, and small mammals. Advice on water feature maintenance includes a discussion of ecological balance, water quality, filtration, disease control, and routine tasks. A glossary and index complete the work.
DIY Guide to Ponds, fountains, Rain Gardens and Water Features is packed with information on creating water features of many kinds. It is written in a clear, straightforward style using a non-technical vocabulary and contains a vast number of captioned photographs and labeled diagrams that illuminate and educate along with the text. The inclusion of new information on construction, technology, products and trends is especially helpful.
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