Paperback: 80 pages
Publisher: DK ADULT March 15, 1999
Language: English
ISBN-10: 078944156X
ISBN-13: 978-0789441560
Product Dimensions:
8.3 x 5.6 x 0.3 inches
Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
Product Review
Full of solid, practical advice and plenty of how-to pictures, Ponds and Water Features is an ideal title for those looking to create unusual ponds, wetlands, or fountains in their gardens. Focusing on appropriate plants for damp areas, and exploring all kinds of methods for adding natural looking and healthy water features, you'll find direction for growing gorgeous plants and creating your own unique haven. Designed to be a complete do-it-yourself guide, don't let the small format of this book fool you--it's absolutely jam-packed with ideas for all styles of gardens, and as always, publisher Dorling Kindersley manages to take fairly complicated projects and reduce them to a manageable size that even the home improvement novice can handle. Practical considerations are dealt with firmly--no skipping such detail work like drawing up thorough plans or planning around underground utilities. The aim of this book is to get you professional-quality results, and if you follow directions carefully, you'll get the job done beautifully. The plant listings supply plenty of ideas for many climates and special needs.
Inspirational ideas are plentiful--the garden photographs are lush and detailed, and provide all kinds of unusual notions for creating a truly unique gardening space. Whether you're looking to add a formal reflecting pond, or incorporate a simple fountain into your courtyard, you'll find options for all your projects that will set your new plants off beautifully with striking combinations of textures and materials. --Jill Lightner
Product Description
Introducing a new series of practical guides on important gardening topics. A new generation of gardening reference titles, the AHS Practical Guides present the practical know-how of the American Horticultural Society in compact, attractive guides that address specific gardening topics. From popular plants and plant groups to garden design and planning solutions, these books answer every gardener's needs. With new photography, fresh ideas, straightforward text, and the finest horticultural information, the AHS Practical Guides inspire confidence and ensure success. Practical information in a compact format, with more than 250 color photos in each guide Includes clearly explained projects for the less experienced or busy gardener.
