You Can Make Ponds And Lakes
Overdevelopment and destruction of natural habitats are destroying hundreds of species a year. You can’t save every critter, but you can think globally by acting locally. If you own a bit of property, consider constructing man made ponds and lakes.… Continue reading
Ponds And Fountains Add Wonder To Outdoor Decoration
When it comes to decorating outdoor living space, decks and cooking facilities are usually the first items people think of, but ponds and fountains can offer a new look to an old yard. Choosing to install one requires some planning… Continue reading
Ponds: Why Bother?
“…And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters.” –Genesis 1:2
Walden, On Golden Pond and the creation stories from many religions involve ponds or some pools of water. Millions of people around the world avidly tend… Continue reading
The Quirky Beauty of Plastic Ponds
What do you think of when you hear the word “pond”? Do you think of On Golden Pond, which was about the size of a lake, or about the fishing holes you played hooky at or wished you could play… Continue reading
Outdoor Ponds for the Environment and Your Family’s Enjoyment
Adding outdoor ponds to your garden landscape is a great way to not only add value to your home, but it is a wonderful addition to help you relax after a long, hard day at the office. You can add… Continue reading
Building Natural Swimming Pools
Building natural swimming pools takes planning and preparation. If you know anyone who has a natural swimming pool or pond, ask them who did the pond you admire. Many universities, arboretums and parks have man made ponds. Looking on line… Continue reading
Natural Ponds May Still Require Regular Maintenance
Some country homeowners are fortunate enough to have natural ponds on their property, however they take time and work to maintain. The result can be rewarding, however if natural ponds are left to their own devices can rapidly become a… Continue reading
Large Ponds Can Serve Many Purposes
For some people they may be considered small lakes, but for most, they are large ponds and can be considered for a wide variety of purposes. Fishing, swimming and even floating in a small boat or on a raft can… Continue reading
What You Need To Know About Landscaping Ponds
Landscaping ponds is a fancy term referring to the building not only ponds, but the environment around the ponds. Other terms used for landscaping ponds are “pondscaping” and “waterscaping”. Your pond becomes part of the general exterior design. Do you… Continue reading
Landscape Ponds Add Focal Point To Exterior Design
Homeowners wanting their yard to be a showplace strive to work their landscape around a focal point with plantings, sculptures and walkways. One of the fastest growing trends are landscape ponds that can be created from scratch or with the… Continue reading
