The Wildlife Pond HandbookCharlie Dimmock (Foreword), Louise BardsleyWith around 200,000 garden ponds in the Greater London area alone, ponds are one of the most appealing and vibrant small-scale wildlife habitats. Almost one in ten British gardens actually have a pond and it is seen as a growth area both by garden centres and conservation organizations alike. With this book wildlife and garden enthusiasts can discover and explore the world of ponds: from bugs, beetles and dragonflies, to frogs, newts, birds and bats. It offers clear step-by-step instructions on how to plan, design, site and build small and large ponds for wildlife and is full of suggestions on how to encourage different plants and animals. Also included are details on a wide variety of plants, tips on how to maintain your pond through the seasons and clear, annotated diagrams on its construction. More information and prices from: Amazon.com - US dollars Amazon.ca - Canadian dollars Amazon.co.uk - British pounds SeekBooks.com.au - Australian Dollars Amazon.de - Euros Amazon.fr - Euros 
How to Build Ponds and Waterfalls: The Complete GuideJeffrey Reid"Adding a pond or waterfall to your landscape will be one of the most rewarding things you'll ever do. I fell in love with their significant beauty about twelve years ago and I've never looked back. Water features, many of which are in this book, have brought me so much personal joy and pleasure. Knowing the correct steps and using the right product for the job practically guarantees success. This book will show and tell you everything that you need. The methods shown in these chapters are proven and have been taught to thousands of do-it-yourselfers." (Jeffrey Reid) More information and prices from: Amazon.com - US dollars Amazon.ca - Canadian dollars Amazon.co.uk - British pounds SeekBooks.com.au - Australian Dollars Amazon.de - Euros Amazon.fr - Euros |
Water Features in the GardenA water feature can enliven a garden, providing an interesting and attractive focus for a sitting or planting area. The most common - and practical - water features are ponds, waterfalls and fountains. A pond can be anything from a cut-down barrel on a patio or terrace to an extensive mini-lake. It can be a home for frogs, newts and dragon-flies or an outdoor fish tank. Waterfalls and fountains fill the air with moisture and tranquil sound, adding extra dimensions and interest. Ponds, waterfalls and fountains can easily be constructed from ready-made kits or basic ingredients available from a local garden centre or online suppliers. Garden PondsPonds occur in nature and can be relatively permanent (except during periods of drought) or short-lived after heavy rain. Garden ponds generally are fresh rather than salt water. Around the world, animals and plants have adapted to pond living and gardeners have the choice of using entirely purchased species or allowing their ponds to be colonized naturally - at least in part. Natural ponds can occur in natural hollows, behind blocked streams (including those where beavers have constructed dams), or in depressions where a soluble rock such as limestone has dissolved away. The gardener has to create an artificial equivalent by creating and lining a hollow or providing a container. The first decision (as with any garden feature) is where to site the pond. This decision is based on a balance of pleasure and practicality. Ask yourself the following questions: * What position in the garden would provide the most attractive setting at all times of the day and throughout the seasons? * Do I want to be able to see it from a window, porch or conservatory - for example, in winter or when the weather is wet/windy? * Will it be a main feature of the garden, or a hidden surprise? * How much sunlight would the pond receive throughout the day/year? * If the pond has to be dug, are there any tree roots in that area? * Is there extensive tree or shrub cover nearby that might result in leaves falling into the pond? * Can top-up water or electricity for pumps be brought easily to that position? > How to Select the Proper Pond Pump
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 Outdoor Water Features: 16 Easy-to-Build Projects For Your Yard and Gardenby Alan Bridgewater, Gill BridgewaterPonds, pools, cascades, fountains, waterspouts, and even a container bog garden. Step-by-step instructions for introducing garden water features. More information and prices from: Amazon.com - US dollars SeekBooks.com.au - Australian Dollars Amazon.ca - Canadian dollars Amazon.co.uk - British pounds Amazon.de - Euros  The Master Book of the Water Garden: The Ultimate Guide to the Design and Maintenance of the Water GardenPhilip SwindellsWith a wealth of practical ideas and tips on water gardening, this indispensable book helps minimize the problems faced in building and maintaining a water garden, and maximizes the pleasure a well-designed water garden can give. Including design options-for every aesthetic, space, and budget-this guide is not only practical but inspirational. More information and prices from: Amazon.com - US dollars SeekBooks.com.au - Australian Dollars Amazon.ca - Canadian dollars Amazon.co.uk - British pounds Amazon.de - Euros |
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