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How to Make a Small Pond For Your Patio

Published on April 20, 2018Last updated October 11, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Patio water garden.

Create a small pond in a container for your patio, deck, or porch. These water features are perfect for growing aquatic plants and running a small fountain. This is part of series on creating … [Read more...]

Make a Miniature Fairy Garden Fountain that Really Works

Published on April 5, 2018Last updated October 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Fountain in a fairy garden made from a tiny watering can.

Make a fountain for a miniature fairy garden that really works. I’ll show you the supplies needed and how to set it up. There are more ideas here in the Fairy and Miniature … [Read more...]

How to Build a Pond in a Raised Garden Bed

Published on July 5, 2017Last updated October 9, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Garden pond built in a raised garden bed.

This shows how to build a pond in a raised garden bed. It's a good option if you cannot dig a pond or simply want better accessibility. It also opens up more options for pond locations in your … [Read more...]

How to Make a Floating Pond Planter

Published on October 7, 2016Last updated October 9, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

A floating pond planter with flowers in a garden pond.

Homemade floating pond planters or mini islands are a lovely way to add seasonal pops of colorful flowers to your garden pond. You can also use them to sail garden art or candles on a summer evening. … [Read more...]

How to Add Fish to a Backyard Garden Pond

Published on July 22, 2016Last updated October 9, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Introducing fish from a bag into garden pond.

Ready to add pond fish to your backyard garden pond? To ensure the fish and pond stay healthy, there are a few things to know first. I’ll walk you through the preparation checklist, and then show you … [Read more...]

How to Build Your Own Backyard Pond (With Video)

Published on July 8, 2016Last updated November 18, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Backyard garden pond built by one person.

Watch how I built a pond in my backyard without any help. I've shared tips for moving heavy rocks and get everything set up so the pond works beautifully. For ideas on pond designs, also … [Read more...]

How to Make a Garden Pond in an Old Bathtub

Published on July 27, 2015Last updated October 9, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Old-fashioned bathtub made into a little garden pond.

Old claw foot bathtubs can easily be converted into wonderful container garden ponds. I’ll show you the supplies needed and how it’s done. If you’d like to start a small in-ground garden pond, … [Read more...]

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