Create Your Own Water Garden  An illustrated, step by step guide by Matt Weber and Scott Graham, from the pages of Extreme How-To Magazine.

It's no secret life can be stressful. Between fighting traffic, working long hours and paying the next stack of bills, everyone deserves a quiet place to escape. When the frustration reaches a fever pitch, and you're ready to climb the walls, get outside where there are none. The soothing calm of a decorative water garden can provide a tranquil respite from the modern world. From the peaceful bubbling of an outdoor fountain to simple diversions such as frogs breast-stroking their way across a shallow pond, water gardens provide a serene and entertaining facet of landscapes across the country. And with a little planning and a weekend of digging, your own natural retreat can answer your relaxation needs in no time.

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