Want to hide your waterfall box? One frugal option is to use leftover floor tiles. The larger 24-inch ones work nicely and are often available at thrift shops where surplus building materials are … [Read more...]
Ponds & Water Features
Smart & Simple Ways to Automate Your Garden Watering
There are several options for self-watering systems to keep your garden plants safe during the heat of summer. Automatic watering is essential if you will be on vacation or unable to water during the … [Read more...]
How to Make a Small Pond For Your Patio
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
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 Small Pond 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
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
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...]