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Notes: Helen Nash, the Pond Doctor, gives the basics for constructing water features in the garden, complete with photos, drawings, cutaway views, and helpful tips.
Other Notes: The tranquility of water has the power to calm frazzled nerves and soothe a weary soul. As our modern world increases in complexity, the simple serenity of water becomes ever more enticing. Create a magic world all your own with glittering shadows that bounce off your kitchen walls, or build a hidden pond in a clearing in the woods as an escape from everyday pressures, with this wealth of professional guidance by leading pond authority Helen Nash. Whatever style r use you choose, you'll find all you need to make the dream a reality. See how to build a pond from scratch, or use prefabricated molding; then learn what plants and fish to fill it with. Go beyond just a hole in the ground, and experiment with raised ponds, waterfalls, streams, and more. If you don't have the know-how to design a pond or lack the funds to hire a builder, practical advice and inspiring photos will help you realize your fantasy garden.
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