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What Is a Water Lily (Lilly) in a Water Garden and How Do You Grow It?

In a water garden, "lilly" almost always refers to the water lily (Nymphaea)—a floating-leaf aquatic plant grown for its shade, f…

What Is a Waterfall in a Water Garden and How Does It Work in a Backyard Pond?

A waterfall in a water garden is a designed drop where pond water flows over rock, liner, or a preformed channel before returning…

What Is a Garden Fountain and How Does It Fit Into a Backyard Pond or Water Garden?

A garden fountain is the moving-water feature that pushes water into the air or across a surface, and it can stand alone or sit i…

What Is a Pond and How Do You Start a Backyard Water Garden?

A pond, in the water-gardening sense, is a contained body of water you build and manage for plants, fish, or wildlife — not just …

What Is a Water Garden? A Beginner's Guide to Ponds, Plants, and Fish

A water garden is a pond or water feature designed as a balanced living system, not just a container of water. What sets it apart…