The key to a healthy pond is keeping the water clear and ensuring that plants do not take over ... the base is firmly bedded down and that the soil is compacted around the sides to support ...

Water poppies spread quickly and provide shelter, good for warmer zones. Dwarf cattails filter water, grow in zones 3 to 11, and prevent erosion. Yellow flag iris brightens in spring, but remember ...

Check each shelf is level. Move the dug-out soil to another area of the garden. Check the sides of the pond following the profile you intended. It's a good idea to give one side of the pond a ...

Japanese Iris is relatively low-maintenance and can tolerate a variety of soil conditions, making it a versatile choice for any pond garden. Its serene presence and elegant flowers make it a must ...

Nitrate, pesticides, metals and plastic agricultural soils often contain pollutants. But are there sustainable and ...

Life (as far as we know) started in water and is still very much dependent upon it. Find out about the animals and plants that rely on ponds, the history and key features of this habitat, and why we ...

The fix? If your indoor plants have hydrophobic soil, try to water from the bottom. Place a saucer of water beneath the pot ...