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Garden Ponds, Rock Gardens, Landscaping Around Swimming PoolsFountains, garden ponds and rock gardens are pleasing additions to a landscape design, relieving the eye from the monotony of plants. As a result, in garden ponds and rock gardens, whatever plants are present serve as accents. An extension of the idea of garden ponds is landscaping around swimming pools.
How to Build Rock Gardens -- Tutorial, With Pictures
This tutorial illustrates how to build rock gardens. The look of rock gardens is enhanced if attention is paid to color choices. Consequently, I discuss the rationale behind the color scheme I used for my own rock garden project in some detail. Frequently Asked Questions About Rock Gardens
Those new to building rock gardens will find many of their questions on the subject answered here. From suitable plants to design issues to the selection of the very rocks, browse the answers to these frequently asked questions for an introduction to building rock gardens. Garden Fountains
This do-it-yourselfer's tutorial centers around the use of high-quality ceramic planters that function as decorative water garden fountains. Such ceramic planters can be expensive but make great garden fountains. Begin Your Own Garden Ponds With Easy Water Fountains
Using cheap materials you can build a low-maintenance water fountain for your aquatic garden. This step-by-step tutorial is designed for the beginner in do-it-yourself artifical ponds. The soothing gurgling of such features is ideal for patio and backyard relaxation and for contemplative gardens. How to Build Waterfalls
Building waterfalls is a step up in complexity from building ponds. It is a two-step process, involving the construction of a pond to catch the water and the cascading structure itself (the "waterfall"). This project focuses on inexpensive waterfalls suitable for landscaping in small spaces. |
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