The Water Gardener
The Water Gardener

Author: Anthony Archer-Wills

Publisher: Todtri Productions

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781577171942

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Over 160 full-color photographs and 80 schematic diagrams. Nothing so completely transforms a garden as a water feature, whether it is a placid pool or pond, a flowing stream, a burbling fountain, or a cascading waterfall. Water draws the light and provides a baseline to which all neighboring elements relate. Its horizontality makes it an ideal foil to the vertical lines of trees, reeds, and other plantings. Filled with ideas and practical suggestions, this profusely illustrated guide offers all the knowledge needed to incorporate any water feature, large or small, into any garden. This volume demonstrates the many ways in which water can enhance a scene and shows how to exploit its myriad moods in imaginative and practical ways. Finally, it raises the art of garden design with water and the craft of its usage to new levels of excellence.

The Water Gardener's Bible
The Water Gardener's Bible

Author: Ben Helm

Publisher: Rodale Books

Published: 2008-02-19

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 9781594866586

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Whether it is a small container of water on a deck or patio serving as home to a few plants and water creatures or a more elaborate mix of waterfalls, fountains, rockwork, and lighting, the water garden can be a lovely, spirit-soothing addition to one's property—a place to unwind, relax, and escape the cares of the world. But while water has been a prominent feature in garden designs for thousands of years, it is only recently—with the availability of preformed kits at the local home improvement center—that installing a beautiful water garden has become a feasible undertaking for the average homeowner. And now, with the extremely clear and complete instructions in this practical, hands-on guide, a backyard water garden is easier than ever to build and maintain. Water Gardener's Bible by Ben Helm and Kelly Billing is a true bible on the subject—with comprehensive information on everything from choosing the right site and selecting aquatic plants and fish to pond management and problem solving. The pages are crammed with specifics about pond biology and chemistry, beneficial bacteria, fish health, nuisance algae, and electrical and child safety—all that is necessary to duplicate the sights, sounds, and sanctuary of a babbling brook, splashing fountain, or cascading waterfall right in the backyard.

The Water-Saving Garden
The Water-Saving Garden

Author: Pam Penick

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2016-02-23

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 1607747936

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A guide to growing beautiful gardens in drought-prone areas utilizing minimal water for maximum results. With climate change, water rationing, and drought on the rise, water conservation is more important than ever—but that doesn’t mean your gardening options are limited to cacti and rocks. The Water-Saving Garden provides gardeners and homeowners with a diverse array of techniques and plentiful inspiration for creating sustainable gardens that are so beautiful and inviting, it’s hard to believe they are water-thrifty. Including a directory of 100 plants appropriate for a variety of drought-prone regions of the country, this accessible and contemporary xeriscaping guide is full of must-know information on popular gardening topics like native and drought-tolerant plants (including succulents), rainwater harvesting, greywater systems, permeable paving, and more.

Encyclopedia of Water Garden Plants
Encyclopedia of Water Garden Plants

Author: C. Greg Speichert

Publisher: Timber Press (OR)

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 9780881926255

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With 700 beautiful color photos, this is the definitive photographic reference to the full range of plants available to the water gardener.

Gardening with Less Water
Gardening with Less Water

Author: David A. Bainbridge

Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC

Published: 2015-12-29

Total Pages: 129

ISBN-13: 1612125832

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Are you facing drought or water shortages? Gardening with Less Water offers simple, inexpensive, low-tech techniques for watering your garden much more efficiently — using up to 90 percent less water for the same results. With illustrated step-by-step instructions, David Bainbridge shows you how to install buried clay pots and pipes, wicking systems, and other porous containers that deliver water directly to a plant’s roots with little to no evaporation. These systems are available at hardware stores and garden centers; are easy to set up and use; and work for garden beds, container gardens, and trees.

Container Water Gardens
Container Water Gardens

Author: Philip Swindells

Publisher:

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9780764118425

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Includes "wall fountains, troughs and sinks, free-standing pots, Japanese features, spouts and bubblers, tub and barrel pools."

The Wastewater Gardener
The Wastewater Gardener

Author: Mark Nelson

Publisher:

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 206

ISBN-13: 9780907791522

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Mark Nelson, PhD, has worked for several decades in closed ecological systems research. As one of eight brave souls enclosed in the pioneering Biosphere 2 experiment for two years in 1991-1993, Nelson learned fi rst hand how essential the proper use of human waste is to the health of the planet. This realization, combined with his lifelong love aff air with constructed wetlands, led to the development of Wastewater Gardens, an ecological way to treat human waste and preserve water quality.

Water Garden Idea Book
Water Garden Idea Book

Author: Lee Anne White

Publisher: Taunton Press

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 179

ISBN-13: 1561588776

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Water gardening is making a big splash in today's landscapes. Called the fastest-growing part of the landscape industry today, the installation of water features in the landscape is a multi-billion dollar market. It's easy to see why. Splashing fountains make hot days seem a bit cooler. Basins of water reflect the blue sky, puffy clouds, and colorful fall leaves. Naturalistic ponds and waterfalls attract birds and butterflies to backyards. And tiny tabletop fountains offer soothing sounds that drown out neighborhood noise. Water Garden Idea Book brings these ideas to life, providing more than 300 photos of all types of water features--with tips for design and placement so that they become striking focal points or soothing and subtle additions for any setting. From ponds and streams to pools and water stairs, fountains, containers, and bubbling urns, Water Garden Idea Book has it all. Special emphasis is given to siting all types of water features and how to install a water feature yourself. Extensive resource list is included.

Designing Water Gardens
Designing Water Gardens

Author: Anthony Archer-Wills

Publisher:

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 190

ISBN-13: 9781840911565

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"Pursues the concept of integrating water features into garden design. 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 spouts, pools, ponds, and rills can lend refinement to garden settings. Blueprint-like drawings are interspersed to depict the unseen components and mechanical elements necessary to construct naturalistic streams, waterfalls, and both simple and more complex types of fountains....inspiring effort."--"Booklist."