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Water adds something very special to any garden. It is a feature like no other that can bring movement, sound and sparkling light into the garden, as well as giving a refreshing sense of coolness, and attracting wildlife. Water gardens come in many different forms, and are capable of lifting any size garden into a new dimension.
This book is designed to inspire and educate presenting you with a wide range of possibilities and at the same time, raising your awareness and understanding of how water can be used in any size garden to add interest, coolness and life.
With 130 colour photos and 108 pages, this ebook is a must read.
Contents
CHAPTER 1 BENEFITS OF WATER FEATURES
Styles of water features
CHAPTER 2 TYPES OF WATER FEATURES
Ideas for water gardens
Three simple water features for the home gardener
CHAPTER 3 CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN
How to keep the water in - methods of construction
Cost of water features
Shapes, locations and effects
Rules for using water in the garden
Decorative features
CHAPTER 4 CHOOSING PUMPS AND FILTER SYSTEMS
Water pumps
Pump mechanisms
Pump types
Pumps and electricity
Non-electric pumps
Filtration systems
CHAPTER 5 PLANTS FOR WATER GARDENS
Planting considerations
Types of water plants
Plants that withstand chlorine
Re-potting and maintenance of water plants
Fertilisers and soils
CHAPTER 6 GARDEN PONDS AND WILDLIFE
Attracting wildlife
Establishing a water environment for fish
Creating a home for birds
Granting a welcoming environment for toads and frogs
Pests and diseases
Predators and parasites
CHAPTER 7 TROUBLE SHOOTING FOR YOUR POOL, POND OR WATERFALL
Troubleshooting
How rain can affect a water garden
CHAPTER 8 MORE INSPIRATION
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