Like so many things in life, the location is one of the most important aspects to consider when making any changes. This holds true even in the simple matter of where to build a water garden, so read the following gardening tips carefully.
Call Before You Dig While this one seems obvious, its surprising the number of people who forget to call the appropriate utility companies about phone, gas and power lines. For all you know, you may be saving yourself a big headache with that precautionary act especially if it turns out that utility lines do actually passes below your intended site.
Made In the Shade The sun rises in the east and sets down in the west, so where are the shadows at what time? Note that there will be a shift in the angle of the sun during different seasons of the year. So you have to position your plants and trees to maximize its shade potential, as well as to decide the material and the coverage of your sun shade.
Regional Considerations Study the normal weather patterns in your place and the kind of soil you have. The simple matter of assaying the soil will ensure that you will plant the right kind of plants in your garden.
Take A Look Around You Keep in mind existing structures such as trees, fences and patios. Maybe you will be uprooting trees or removing other impediments. Will the design of your water garden compliment your existing back yard, or will further changes have to be made? It could mean unbudgeted expenses if you do need to make changes.
Water Seeks Its Own Level. Study the topography of your yard and determine the direction and the strength of the flow of water. If there are depressions in your land, water will find it and will become a catch basin. If your house is located in a hilly terrain, your ground may not be even. It follows that plants will not receive the same amount of water. Look for spots where there is evidence of water that indicates low lying areas. To correct the imbalance you need to level the place by backfilling the lower portions with earth materials.
Drawing the line. You will need to ask for a permit from the local authorities and be careful not to inconvenience your neighbors. Your neighbor may feel aggrieved and lodge a complaint, rightly or wrongly, and if it is the former, then address their grievances. If you are not sure, then investigate the matter.
Whats the Plan? Keep the focus of your site in mind throughout all aspects of your yard. Are you building a barrier, an escape from the rest of the city or just looking to make your yard look better for the next owners? All your decisions should be consistent with your game plan.
Going back, you will note the importance of planning. T. E. Lawrence has his Seven Pillars of Wisdom, and the above should be your own version that should serve you in good stead in making your water garden.
Call Before You Dig While this one seems obvious, its surprising the number of people who forget to call the appropriate utility companies about phone, gas and power lines. For all you know, you may be saving yourself a big headache with that precautionary act especially if it turns out that utility lines do actually passes below your intended site.
Made In the Shade The sun rises in the east and sets down in the west, so where are the shadows at what time? Note that there will be a shift in the angle of the sun during different seasons of the year. So you have to position your plants and trees to maximize its shade potential, as well as to decide the material and the coverage of your sun shade.
Regional Considerations Study the normal weather patterns in your place and the kind of soil you have. The simple matter of assaying the soil will ensure that you will plant the right kind of plants in your garden.
Take A Look Around You Keep in mind existing structures such as trees, fences and patios. Maybe you will be uprooting trees or removing other impediments. Will the design of your water garden compliment your existing back yard, or will further changes have to be made? It could mean unbudgeted expenses if you do need to make changes.
Water Seeks Its Own Level. Study the topography of your yard and determine the direction and the strength of the flow of water. If there are depressions in your land, water will find it and will become a catch basin. If your house is located in a hilly terrain, your ground may not be even. It follows that plants will not receive the same amount of water. Look for spots where there is evidence of water that indicates low lying areas. To correct the imbalance you need to level the place by backfilling the lower portions with earth materials.
Drawing the line. You will need to ask for a permit from the local authorities and be careful not to inconvenience your neighbors. Your neighbor may feel aggrieved and lodge a complaint, rightly or wrongly, and if it is the former, then address their grievances. If you are not sure, then investigate the matter.
Whats the Plan? Keep the focus of your site in mind throughout all aspects of your yard. Are you building a barrier, an escape from the rest of the city or just looking to make your yard look better for the next owners? All your decisions should be consistent with your game plan.
Going back, you will note the importance of planning. T. E. Lawrence has his Seven Pillars of Wisdom, and the above should be your own version that should serve you in good stead in making your water garden.
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