Ponds

A Practical Guide to Design, Construction and Planting

David Kerr

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The Crowood Press Ltd
11 September 2023

Water gardens, pools

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.

AUTHOR: 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.

450 illustrations

By: David Kerr
Imprint: The Crowood Press Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 246mm, Width: 189mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 578g
ISBN: 9780719842535
ISBN 10: 0719842530
Pages: 208
Publication Date: 11 September 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

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.

Reviews for Ponds: A Practical Guide to Design, Construction and Planting

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 *