Ponds
A Practical Guide to Design, Construction and Planting
Published on 11. September 2023
Book
Paperback/Softback
208 pages
978-0-7198-4253-5 (ISBN)
Description
It's almost impossible to overstate the benefits of creating a well-planned pond in your garden or field. This detailed and practical guide will give the novice and experienced gardener alike a straightforward explanation of how to plan, construct and plant a thriving pond, avoiding common problems and establishing a haven for wildlife.
Reviews / Votes
There certainly are plenty of mistakes the would-be pond digger can make, and Kerr has made them all, so you don't have to. In short, Kerr's book really is an extremely practical guide, follow his advise and you won't go far wrong. -- Ken Thompson, Professional Gardeners' Guild * Professional Gardeners' Guild *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Ramsbury
United Kingdom
Illustrations
450 Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 190 mm
Width: 246 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
588 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7198-4253-5 (9780719842535)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions
E-Book
09/2023
The Crowood Press Ltd
€20.99
Available for download
Person
David Kerr has been running Devon Pond Plants for over twenty years, growing and retailing aquatic plants. Prior to this, he studied Zoology followed by a master's in Fish Biology, before building and managing a trout and ornamental fish farm, further specialising in Japanese koi and pond construction. As such, he has a wide range of practical experience of pond keeping issues and a deep understanding of the factors involved in creating successful ponds.