These days, habitat gardens are all the rage among eco-conscious Californians. They add native plants to their yards, patios or even balconies to provide food and shelter for wildlife. But here’s the ...

You don't need to hire a contractor or dig up your yard ...

A water garden is a small ecosystem filled with floating plants—like water lilies, lotuses, and hyacinths—along with earthy accents and sometimes live fish. Not only do water gardens create a serene ...

Interest in residential water features is growing, and with it, options are expanding. Popping up at homes across the region are koi ponds, plunge pools, and fountains, plus water walls, upgraded ...

Adding a water feature can quickly transform an outdoor space, as well as attract new pollinators. This particular feature ...

Dennis Weese knew nothing about fountains and water features when he started working at the erstwhile American Aquatic Gardens 22 years ago. His fascination grew as he moved beyond understanding the ...

A simple waterfall cascading down a rock pile - Jaclyn Vernace/Shutterstock A water feature can be a beautiful addition to your yard. Water features can help add privacy, drown out noise, and come in ...

Water features can bring interest, beauty and wildlife to a garden, but they also can be work. That's why many homeowners are choosing relatively small options such as fountains, bubbling urns and ...

We are instinctively drawn to the life-giving power of water. Its presence connotes safety and health, and there is something mesmerizing about the music of its sound and dance of its movement. Simply ...

Water features in the garden are an effective way to make you feel cooler on a hot day. City and town planners in hot ...