Water Garden Container

A water feature in the landscape doesn't have to tie up several weekends, require tons of material, and cost thousands of dollars. This is a quick and easy water garden.

You don't need a bulldozer to construct this water garden. A small metal container that is waterproof, pebbles, plants and water are all that is needed. In a shady place in this homeowner's garden are two small rectangular containers sitting on a ledge. He has planted a mix of water garden plants including horsetail and carex.

© Susan Mertz, June 2006. All rights reserved.

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