Author: Linda AdkinsPublisher:
ISBN: 9781770850095
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
How to plan, construct and maintain a vibrant garden pond.
Author: Linda AdkinsThe World of Koi
Author: Keith HolmesPublisher: B.E.S. Publishing
ISBN: 9780764129889
Category : Koi
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Here is detailed information on setting up and maintaining an outdoor pond, on selecting koi specimens, and on maintaining the perfect environment for this hardy breed of carp. A brand-new title in the growing Mini Encyclopedia Series for aquarium hobbyists, this book helps aquarium owners plan, create, and maintain a colorful and interesting environment for fish and aquatic life. Each volume provides in-depth information and instruction on a specific subdivision of fish keeping. Complementing the text are sets of illustration panels filled with full-color photos, each with its own detailed and instructive caption. The team of authors, all recognized aquarium experts, show readers how to set up an aquarium, select species, and maintain an optimal environment for the tankï¿1/2s aquatic and plant life. Approximately 250 color photos and illustrations in each volume.
Author: Keith HolmesMini Encyclopedia Keeping Koi
Author: Keith HolmsPublisher: Firefly Books
ISBN: 9780228104186
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Koi are shimmering, beautiful fish that can be grown in almost any backyard water feature. This Mini-Encyclopedia is packed with sensible advice and practical guidance for keeping beautiful, healthy koi. Part one examines the equipment and systems used to create and sustain the water quality that koi need to flourish. Part two looks in detail at how to build a koi pond, with plans and step-by-step sequences for both a lined, and a brick-built rendered pond Part three focuses on koi as fish and prized exhibits, from their anatomy and nutritional needs to health care, breeding and showing. Part four presents a full, richly illustrated guide to koi color varieties.
RHS How to Create a Wildlife Pond
Author: Kate BradburyPublisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744047331
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 365
Book Description
The best way to attract wildlife to your garden is to build a pond. Discover how to do it, and then watch the wildlife come, month by month. Whether you want to do something for the environment, build a pond as a family project, or attract local biodiversity to your garden, a wildlife pond is a perfect addition to your gardening efforts. Inside the pages of this book about creating a wildlife pond you will find: • Photographic step-by-step guide on creating and maintaining a variety of pond types, including natural-style ponds, container ponds, and more traditional, formal-style ponds that still attract wildlife • Evocative, in-depth chapters that tell the story of your pond through the year: what you can expect to see happen, the creatures that will visit and live in and around the pond, and tips on what to look out for and how to keep it in good condition • An eye-catching mixture of photography and illustration, similar to the style used in DK’s How to Attract Birds to Your Garden Your very own backyard oasis Create a natural sanctuary right where you are! This book shows you how to create a backyard pond in your garden and how to attract and support local species. RHS How to Create a Wildlife Pond provides easy-to-follow steps on how to dig your own pond, line it, advice on which aquatic plants to plant, and how to make sure local wildlife can enter and exit the pond safely. This book will also give you advice on how to take care of your pond so that you’re able to enjoy the local animals, insects, and birds for years to come. You can expect to see blackbirds bathing in your pond, hedgehogs using it as a water source, and bats flying over at night to catch insects. This wonderful book is filled with photographs and illustrations that will make creating your own pond easy and fulfilling!
Spring Gardening
Author: Josh YoungPublisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781718742413
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Getting Your FREE Bonus Download this book, read it to the end and see "BONUS: Your FREE Gift" chapter after the conclusion. Spring Gardening How to Create a Mini-Pond in Your Garden If you want to beautify your garden with minimum efforts, then you should certainly consider building a mini pond. There are all kinds of ponds that can easily be constructed in your garden or backyard. Not only are ponds stunning to look at, they can also impart a soothing aura to your space. To help you build a mini pond in your garden, we have come up with this comprehensive guide. In this book, we have started from the square one so that even those who are not familiar with gardening can build these amazing ponds. Without having any prior gardening experience, you can work on these DIY projects. By providing step by step instructions and including simple illustrations, we will teach you how to build different styles of ponds. Not just one, we have listed informative tutorials about various kinds of ponds in this guide. From repurposed ponds to waterfall ponds, you will find it all in this comprehensive book. Some of the topics that we have covered are as follows: Things to know before working on a garden pond Building container-based mini ponds Quick DIY tutorials for a portable pond Making a repurposed garden pond from an old tire A stepwise tutorial to build a waterfall pond Common mistakes to avoid, and more We are sure that after reading this guide, you would certainly be able to build all kinds of stunning and long-lasting ponds. Go ahead and download this guide right away and give your garden the visual appeal it deserves. Download your E book "Spring Gardening: How to Create a Mini-Pond in Your Garden" by scrolling up and clicking "Buy Now with 1-Click" button!
Author: Al DavidDIY Guide to Ponds, Fountains, Rain Gardens & Water Features, Revised Edition
Author: Nina KoziolPublisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 163741207X
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 579
Book Description
Learn to make the water garden of your dreams! DIY Guide to Ponds, Fountains, Rain Gardens & Water Features provides essential information on designing and installing all types of home water gardens, plus fountains, waterfalls, streams, rain gardens, and more. With this expert guide, you’ll learn how to construct each of these structures, as well as how to incorporate a variety of aquatic plants, fish, and other pond inhabitants. A best-selling resource, this newly updated edition features today’s newest technologies and products, such as pond-less waterfall kits for small spaces, as well as a new chapter on constructing naturalistic swimming ponds that are free from chlorine. Also included is new information on construction, planting methods, and various DIY ponds, water features, and rain gardens that are suitable for both small, urban lots and expansive suburban landscapes.
Know Your Chickens
Author: Jack ByardPublisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1912158698
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 197
Book Description
Know Your Chickens covers over 40 popular breeds of chickens, showcasing their history, personality, egg-laying and flying abilities, and more fun facts. With this little book in hand, you'll be able to impress your friends by identifying any chicken you happen to encounter!
