Water plants and accessories are the fastest-growing segment of the nursery business. This book, coauthored by the president of the International Water Lily Society (and owner of the country's largest aquatic nursery) is the definitive resource for North American gardeners. Full-color illustrations.
I was talking about gardening with a friend, who is an avid gardener, when we got onto the topic of water Gardens. Her immediate reaction was “how do you make a water garden in a limited space, especially in congested cities.
Acclaimed landscape designer Daniel Nolan showcases the best of desert gardenscapes that have become synonymous with luxury minimalism, and presents techniques that will inspire readers to transform available space into...
It sure beats mowing! Backyard Water Gardensanswers your questions about designing, building, maintaining, planting, and even stocking fish. This is the place to get your feet wet on the road to successful water gardening.
A group of stunning photographs enhances the text as it explores the history of water features in the gardens of diverse cultures....effectively juxtaposes images of the natural world with vignettes that show how elements such as water ...
Discusses natural water gardens and wetland ecology, and explains how to plant and maintain different types of backyard wetlands
And there's in-depth coverage on plants to help you buy the perfect choices for your water garden. This book will be the one you turn to for years to come for both practical solutions and exciting ideas on water gardens!
Your local general nursery probably sells a few water plants and may have the varieties best suited to the local climate . The companies listed here are water gardening specialists ; they have aquatic nurseries open to the public and ...
The Water Gardening Idea Book gives in full detail all the practical information necessary for the selection, grouping, and successful cultivation of aquatic and other plants required in the making of a water garden and its surroundings.
The design, construction and maintenance of artificial pools and fountains are covered in considerable detail, with many suggestions for do-it-yourself, low-cost units. Natural ponds and brooks are also discussed and...
Whether you are planning a miniature fountain or a wildlife pond, wondering how to revitalize a neglected feature, or looking for ways to use water features to extend your planting...