Tranquility in a hectic world

Simply finding time to relax is considered a luxury by many people,

and their homes and yards are often where they go.

Once an area used mainly for swing sets and sandboxes, the

Southern California backyard is being transformed into an extension

of the home.

Gardening is a popular hobby in America and water gardening is an

area that is gaining momentum. Water gardens, ponds, waterfalls and

streams seem to provide a feeling of calm in a hectic world.

While ponds and water gardens have been enjoyed since the

Egyptians built the pyramids, only recently have newer designs and

equipment made water gardens and ponds easy to build and even easier

to maintain.

The best way to build a healthy water garden is to take your cues

from nature. Healthy ponds, lakes and streams all have one thing in

common -- a balanced ecosystem.

The highly trained staff at The Pond Shop at Unique Outdoor

Features will happily assist you in every phase of your pond design

and construction. If building your own water garden, The Pond Shop

will provide a customized ‘Professional Pond Kit’, personal

instruction and a ‘how-to’ construction video.

If you prefer to leave it to the professionals, The Pond Shop’s

expert designers and builders will provide you with a professionally

built water feature, available to fit virtually any space or budget.

In most cases, installation takes just one day.

Unique Outdoor Features -- The Pond Shop is a family-owned

business and Southern California’s largest builder of natural water

gardens. It is located at 2568 Newport Blvd. in Costa Mesa. Call

(800) 790-4985 for a free “Water Gardening” brochure.