The Simple Guide to Garden Ponds

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T.F.H. Publications, 2002 - Gardening - 243 pages
A great book for first-time pond keepers to learn from and grow with from an author who is especially in tune with what pond keepers want and need to know. It's written to make all aspects of pond-keeping simple and enjoyable, from deciding on a pond to building it, stocking it, planting it and maintaining it. Nearly 150 full-color photos help take pond enthusiasts through all stages of consideration and completion. The "Simple Guide" format features lots of photos, tips, sidebars checklists and charts to make finding and using information simple. Extensive resources and a detailed index for further ease of use.

Contents

Part OnePlan Before You
Join the Club
Submerged Plants
Siporax
Call the Plumber
Hiding
The UV Clarifier
Part ThreeConstruction Zone
Cycling Problems
Part FourPlants and Fish
Nesting
Gone Fishing 175
Goldfish Bright Beautiful 185
Koi Pond Royalty 193
Look Who Else Moved In 203
Part FiveGood Pondkeeping 215

Suck
The Big DigBuilding a Liner Pond
When You Want Pondzilla 129
Plumbing for Streams
89
Shops
Keep That Water Moving Pumps
Copyright

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