I absolutely adore a good pond and a water feature in a garden. And for some reason, we seem to have the impression that such goodies need to be big, expensive, and professionally designed. I am here to tell you that is a load of hooey! Water features can be small, inexpensive, and just as cool! Frankly, they are often cooler than their super-expensive counterparts!
So, here is my guide to DIY ponds and water features filled with tips, inspiration, and details on how to keep them clean. PLUS science-backed information for mosquito management.
Happy Gardening!
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Jun 14
Happy weekend! I hope you are cozied up with a cup of tea or settled in with a glass of wine for a good read today! And how are your gardens doing? Remember, you can always drop questions down below, and I will answer them!
The Wildlife Our Ponds Welcome
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Jun 21
Hello! Today is the Summer Solstice, and it certainly feels like summer here in Colorado. Our summers are hot and dry, but when the sun goes down the temperatures cool which is blissful relief. It also means lots of evening gardening around here — my favorite!
Design Ideas for your Yard or Garden
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June 11, 2025
This is Part 1 of three pieces about great design ideas from my visit to the Chelsea Flower Show this year. I’ve been thinking a lot about HOW to translate the beauty and athleticism of the design I experienced there into our home gardens — at reasonable prices, too. I mean, it’s rare for anyon…
7 Ways that I use Pots and Containers in my Garden
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Jun 7
Hello! Happy Sunday! As I am putting the last-minute finishing touches on this post, I am also preparing to take our teenager to his very first big concert: Mumford & Sons. He is a musician, and Mumford has been part of his life’s soundtrack since he was in utero. I can’t wait to surprise him! By the time you read this, we will be sleeping, dreaming of …
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