Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City. After graduating from Duke University, she spent several years reporting on the federal workforce for Government Executive, a publication of ...

Backyard wildlife ponds — also called ornamental ponds or water gardens — do more than add beauty to your landscape. When designed well, these small, in-ground features provide a reliable water source ...

A small water feature on the balcony or in the garden acts like a magnet—not just for the eyes, but also for insects, birds, and even fish. However, what seems simple requires more planning than one ...

A small frog perches on the leaf of a waterlily growing in a pond. - Natalyamatveeva/Getty Images For most DIYers, watching videos of extreme backyard makeovers on social media — where gardening ...

Learn how to clear murky pond water with silt or clay runoff and consider adding a small pond where water can collect before entering the main pond. My home is serviced with water from a pond. It goes ...