Water Garden

Backyard Water Gardens is a complete overview of everything you need to know in order to create a backyard water feature, from ideas, to installation, to maintaining, to stocking with plants and fish.

Water makes a unique contribution to the garden landscape and this handbookrovides information on every aspect of designing, planting and constructing successful water feature, from the tiniest trough to the largest pool. Itffers ideas for water in all its forms - a small barrel planted with a fewpecial water lilies, tiny cascades or grand waterfalls, moving waterculptures, even swimming pools and hot tubs.

Includes "wall fountains, troughs and sinks, free-standing pots, Japanese features, spouts and bubblers, tub and barrel pools."

"Don't drain that boggy spot--plant it" says an Aussie plant authority as he catalogs some 1,000 water and bog garden plants for warm temperate zones; samples water lilies, irises, carnivorous pitcher plants, bamboos, their relatives, koi and other fauna in 190 color photos; and offers tips on cultivation and pond construction. Lists down-under water garden suppliers and mail-order specialists. Distributed in the US by ISBS. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

"How to Build and Maintain a Water Garden” is an all-encompassing guidebook that thoroughly addresses the creation and upkeep of a breathtaking water garden. Within these pages, readers will explore the advantages of water gardening and the diverse array of water garden types available. Furthermore, they will gain insights into selecting the optimal location for their water garden and acquiring the necessary tools and equipment. This guidebook also furnishes detailed insights into selecting water plants, encompassing the various types available and assisting in the selection of the perfect plants for the water garden. Readers will learn how to nurture water plants and effectively manage common water plant issues. Moreover, “How to Build and Maintain a Water Garden” provides systematic, step-by-step instructions for creating a water garden, starting from design conception to the construction of ponds or water features. Additionally, readers will acquire knowledge on installing water filtration systems and incorporating decorative elements to elevate the aesthetic appeal of their water garden. Crucial topics such as maintaining water quality and preparing the water garden for winter are also comprehensively addressed. Whether one is a novice or a seasoned water gardener, “How to Build and Maintain a Water Garden” serves as the ultimate resource, furnishing the essential knowledge and guidance needed to establish and maintain a spectacular water garden. From mastering planting techniques to managing water garden maintenance, caring for aquatic life, troubleshooting common issues, and exploring advanced water gardening techniques, this guidebook covers it all. Readers are poised to embark on a journey of transforming their outdoor spaces into serene and captivating oases with the invaluable assistance of “How to Build and Maintain a Water Garden.”

Water gardening is making a big splash in today's landscapes. Called the fastest-growing part of the landscape industry today, the installation of water features in the landscape is a multi-billion dollar market. It's easy to see why. Splashing fountains make hot days seem a bit cooler. Basins of water reflect the blue sky, puffy clouds, and colorful fall leaves. Naturalistic ponds and waterfalls attract birds and butterflies to backyards. And tiny tabletop fountains offer soothing sounds that drown out neighborhood noise. Water Garden Idea Book brings these ideas to life, providing more than 300 photos of all types of water features--with tips for design and placement so that they become striking focal points or soothing and subtle additions for any setting. From ponds and streams to pools and water stairs, fountains, containers, and bubbling urns, Water Garden Idea Book has it all. Special emphasis is given to siting all types of water features and how to install a water feature yourself. Extensive resource list is included.

Discusses natural water gardens and wetland ecology, and explains how to plant and maintain different types of backyard wetlands.

Packed with superb color photographs, this detailed manual is the definitive guide to help water gardeners select, cultivate, and care for aquatic plants. Extensive fully illustrated directories list commonly available submerged aquatic plants for ornamental ponds, floating aquatics, hardy and tropical water lilies, lotuses, marginal aquatics, and water irises.