Create a Mini Oasis in Your Backyard

Outdoor living space is a key part of any backyard oasis
Outdoor living space is a key part of any backyard oasis

While we’re imagining Constructed Wetlands (yesterday’s blog post), let’s consider how to build a mini-oasis around our homes. What features would you include?

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Low Cost, Beautiful Water Features

Small ponds and other water features for any budget (this one was made with a plastic watering trough)
Small ponds and other water features for any budget (this one was made with a plastic watering trough)

These luxurious fountains can be added to your home at extremely low cost if you use natural materials such as stone, driftwood and plants, and do the work yourself (DIY). Get creative with recycled materials such as chipped pots from yard sales and you could slash the cost to almost free.

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