When you think of a water garden, a pond might come to mind. However, not all water gardens have to be on this scale. Miniature water gardens are simple, pretty and an easy way to dress up your doors, patio or existing garden. To create one, purchase a half whiskey barrel. Before placing any water or plants in it, scrub it out thoroughly, repaint the hoops if necessary and drill a 1” hole below the rim. The hole will allow excess water to flow

out if there is a storm. Also, place a liner inside the barrel to prevent water from draining through any cracks. Then position the barrel where you want it and fill it up but leave enough room for plants. These are some plants you might want to include in your water garden: water lily, Japanese sweet flag, pickerel weed and parrot feather. You can even add koi or other pond fish.

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Eye-catching Water Garden