Just Getting Started?
Pond In a Box
Do It Yourself (from Better Homes and Gardens) has a great article about building a pond in a box. The article has step by step instructions for building a very... Read More »
Water Quality (recommended pH, hardness, and alkalinity)
Even though we like to focus on creating a healthy ecosystem with our ponds to keep the water healthy (and not on testing and chemicals), it’s useful to know some... Read More »
Top Ten Water Plants
Finding the right blend of pond plants can be tough, especially if you’re a beginner. If you’re looking for some ideas, check out this list of the top ten... Read More »
Easy Water Gardens
Want a water garden, but don’t have a yard? No problem! Garden designer P. Allen Smith talks with the “Today” show’s Katie Couric about a variety of easy to make... Read More »
Step-by-Step Guide To Building Pond Waterfalls [VIDEO]
A waterfall in your pond produces tranquil sounds, adds oxygen to your water, and looks great! Check out this video TetraPond put together this video on the steps they... Read More »
Create Cascading Waterfalls with Dramatic Drops
Select the perfect stones-make “fitting” choices for the backdrop and spillway stones. Backdrop Stone: A tall handsome type fits the bill. Nestle it, upright, within the liner, with padding at... Read More »
Flexible Liners for Custom Fit Ponds
Flexible pond liners are very durable, flexible and the best choice for a custom fit. You can lay out the shape using garden hose. Choose the spot thoughtfully… Location, location,... Read More »
Serenity NOW
Feeling stressed at the very thought of pending holiday stress? Oh my – stressed over thoughts of stress! For a quick cure, try the soothing sounds of water. Nip those... Read More »
Before You Take the Plunge
Picking Your Perfect Project Water is the essence of life, but it does more than quench our thirst; it has the power to soothe our spirits and mend our ragged... Read More »
Naturalize Your Pond Edge
Does your pond appear to be wearing a necklace? Sure, it’s a high quality necklace. In fact, Wilma Flintstone would club Betty Rubble in the head to have it for... Read More »
“Urban Oasis”
Photo Credit: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Image by Reto Stöckli The introduction of a water feature to a landscape, no matter how small or large brings with it an... Read More »
