The Complete Book of the Water Garden

by David Mason (Author), David Mason (Author), Philip Swindells (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  1992

  $3.24

  For inexperienced and advanced gardeners, this describes both traditional and modern techniques of creating water features, with practical guidelines on construction, stocking of the pool, maintenance, common problems and control of pests and diseases. It also has encyclopaedic section on aquatic plants and looks at how to accommodate a water feature in smaller as well as larger gardens.

• Used

  Paperback
  2002

  $3.24

  Expertly written and illustrated throughout with color photos and helpful diagrams, this guide describes both traditional and modern techniques for creating a water garden. From streams, waterfalls, and fountains to self-contained features and bog gardens, every form receives in-depth coverage that is easy-to-follow. There are suggestions for siting, design, and construction; detailed assistance on stocking ponds and pools with fish and flowers; and invaluable advice on plant propagation, care, maintenance, and common problems. An extensive directory of aquatic plants covers such favorites as water lilies; floating plants (among them the beautiful, delicate water hyacinth); and many more.