Creating Water Gardens [Illustrated] [Paperback]

Ortho (Author)

Book Description

Series: Ortho Books | Publication Date: January 1, 2003

There is a resurgence of interest in water features. From fountains to ponds, this book provides the comprehensive information that water gardeners need.

Every aspect of planning, constructing, and caring for a water garden is addressed:

• Understandable projects

• Encyclopedia of water plants

• Designing water gardens to fit the landscape

In-depth information addresses the most critical issues in water gardening:

• Durable design

• Step-by-step installation

• Effective water filtration

• Proper maintenance

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Ortho; 1 edition (January 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0897214927
• ISBN-13: 978-0897214926
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.2 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,652,815 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Book, April 8, 2003

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Elizabeth Norris (Roswell, GA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Creating Water Gardens (Paperback)

'Creating Water Gardens' has detailed pictures and clear instructions explaining every aspect of water gardening, including container gardening, ponds, streams, waterfalls, fountains etc. It costs much less that other books it's size, and has more content. The project ideas are beautiful (and do-able), every plant has a picture and a long description. Every aspect of water gardening is covered, including the kinds of equipment you'll need and what it looks like. I highly suggest this book, it's definately the best I've found so far :)

5.0 out of 5 stars Buy This Book Before You Turn Over A Shovel full of soil!, February 23, 2010

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Janet Lynn Johnson (Longmont, CO United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Creating Water Gardens (Paperback)

Where, how, what and who to help (of even if) to add a water garden are clearly detailed in this concise and precise volume for the do-it-yourself enthusiast! I'm inspired by the beautiful photos and illustrations, but already carefully planning a phased installation to control costs, labor and avoid mistakes. Looking at the alternatives: dry, pond, falls, etc. will help when it comes to purchasing supplies, AFTER I finish a new plan for renovating the gardens around my home on two acres in a rural setting.