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Nature Made by Design

May 30, 2024, 0 Comments

According to pond specialist, Larry Carnes, in order to mimic nature when designing and building ponds, waterfalls and streams, the process involves a comprehensive understanding of geological principles, the plant kingdom, water treatment, and how to avoid telltale mistakes. By Larry Carnes Creating a natural-looking pond is not just about assembling rocks and water—it’s a…

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How to Build a Sustainable Sand-Bottom Pond

May 7, 2024, 0 Comments

I was taught early on as a pond professional not to put sand on the bottom of a pond, and I’ve always just accepted it as best practice in the pond-construction industry. After all, I have heard quite a few objections over the years. “Sand can’t be brushed or vacuumed effectively, so it will be…