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Comment on Planning Your Water Garden by yardloverblog

yardloverblog — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 13:59:37 +0000

This location could work, but yes, you will need some type of drain or way to block excess water from running into and out of the pond. Here are a few ideas that will hopefully help you out:
-You could actually raise the height of the pond by building a semi-raised pool.
-Redirect the water by building earth berms or digging swales (ditches). Berms should be twice as wide as they are deep. Swales should be deep enough to take care of the runoff water during the storm as well as have an even bottom so the water doesn’t collect. Both can be planted with grass or shrubs to help make them look nicer.
-You can combine a couple options: dig a small swale at the top of the slope and then build a wall behind it with rocks or stone. This will help block and redirect the water so that it will run around the pond and not into it.

If you still need help or suggestions, consider investing in a water gardening book that illustrates step-by-step instructions for dealing with this and other frequent problems. Ortho’s All About Water Gardening or Taylor’s Weekend Gardening Guides Water Gardens are both great selections.

Comment on Planning Your Water Garden by Nancy Varvil

Nancy Varvil — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 21:15:35 +0000

I’ve laid out a 9′ x 18′ oval for a pond that is on a slope which drops 12.5 inches over the 9 foot width down hill. Would putting an earthern bank (like a farm pond) work here? And won’t I need a spillway from the pond or a French drain above it to catch water before it overflows the pond? Or is this terrain simply not suitable.
Thanks for ideas.

Comment on Backpack Picnic Totes by picnic baskets for sale

picnic baskets for sale — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 10:49:05 +0000

Going off the fact that we’re on the topic of Backpack Picnic Totes Modern Yardlover, Going out on a picnic is fantastic way to bond with your household and a entire lot of enjoyable, too. You can start your bonding time even prior to you get to the place. Enjoy it every step of the way, from planning your picnic to preparing your pack ups, picnics should be loads of fun.

Comment on Beer Pong Tables by Neil Savage

Neil Savage — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 05:14:32 +0000

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Comment on Yard Rover Wheelbarrow by hose pot

hose pot — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 21:58:48 +0000

Yup, wheelbarrow is a total must have..I have the wheelbarrow that you are promoting and it´s quite good.

Comment on Official Logo Gloves by Josh

Josh — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 19:41:53 +0000

You gotta love the customized gloves with the cool logos!

Comment on Video Monday: Gardening Hats by Mark

Mark — Fri, 21 May 2010 02:37:05 +0000

Thank you for great article!

Comment on Rain Chains and Rain Cups by Teddy

Teddy — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 17:48:23 +0000

I bought several rain chains for my house last year, and I love them! They sound nice in the wind, and they create an artistic solution to ugly waterfall down my gutter. This is where I found my rain chains.

Comment on Digital Thermometers by Jessica Anderson

Jessica Anderson — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:04:50 +0000

I actually bought one of these about 6 months ago and mine has a little guy that either wears a scarf or coat or just a tee shirt when the weather is a certain temperature and it really helps when I’m getting ready for work to not have to worry about the weather. My little man already has it figured out!!

Comment on Make-It-Yourself Marker Stones by Laura Atkins

Laura Atkins — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:50:55 +0000

These are also great Christmas gifts that children can easily make! My son made them for his grandparents, spelling out their last name in the concrete – they loved it!