Water gardening may seem like an established corner of the green industry, but in truth, it’s relatively young. Its journey from a hobby of the elite to a passion shared by homeowners and professionals alike is rich with innovation, trial and error, and creativity. The Latour-Marliac Legacy In the late 1800s, a man named Joseph […]
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The new spouted Triple Corten Steel Rusted Fountain Urn Kit feels like rusty farm tools repurposed to adorn the garden with a twist. The tooled, 19th century aged-metal look of these corten weathered steel fountains is squared off into a modern industrial fountain design. A perpetual hand-me-down spillway falls brings both history and style together
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Many hobbyists love Sanke and Showa koi — the tri-colored koi that are white, red and black — yet they often struggle to distinguish one variety from the other. I am often asked, “Are they white fish with red and black markings, or black fish with red and white markings? How do I tell the
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Now in its seventh year, the Water Artisans of the Year contest has opened the floodgates of water-feature-building talent in the industry. The cream has risen to the top. We are proud to announce the 2022 Water Artisans of the Year winners, including our second triple-crown winners — Shane Hemphill and Health Webb of Art
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We all know that koi can’t talk. So, what do we mean by the language of koi? Before you bought your first koi (and became koi kichi), I’m sure you saw the big red and white fish at the koi shows and went home to tell your friends about the beautiful, “big red and white
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In today’s world, pond and koi enthusiasts don’t just want a home for their fish. They want a full showcase. When integrating hardscaping around the pond, the whole backyard is brought to life. Stonework and landscaping not only complement the pond aesthetically, but they also add more functionality to the space. We have been able
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I’m so glad I’m not a judge this year! Granted, the Supreme Stream Court does all the judging for our Water Artisans of the Year contests, and then I process all the entries. But still — I wouldn’t want to have to make those decisions, especially this year (our largest contest to date). You guys
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The pond industry is always about giving back to the community, friends and those in need, and this video John G. Adams at Modern Design Aquascaping discusses his new Sawyer Mason Foundation, named for this grandson that passed away. From the video, Adams talks about the his grandson with some beautiful imagery and also the
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Often enough, fountains are meant to be small in scale and find themselves tucked into a secret corner in the garden waiting to be discovered. These little hidden gems of the landscape are often used to bring the element of water into an outdoor space without overwhelming the surrounding landscape. They can draw the focus
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The word “fountain” can mean many things to different people. Of course, the first image that springs to mind is a stylish water feature. Taking a moment to understand the history of fountains and their ongoing role in society allows us to effectively design a modern fountain that will remain relevant for years to come.
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