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CHARLIE & KATHY
A
60' creek with 13 waterfalls which empty into a 900
gallon pond. The pond is set off with a beautiful
flagstone patio where you can watch Koi and goldfish all
day long. Rustic, mountain rock called MOSS ROCK was
used for the waterfall and pond area. Natural moss takes
over near the pond area, thanks to the shade provided by
the looming oaks. Metal statuary polishes off this
lovely pond.
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JEAN & EDDIE
Not
on the tour, but the final destination stop for the
owners of the ponds on tour and the volunteers that
assisted them. Lots of fun, food, friends. Great way to
finish off a nice evening. Since the owners and
volunteers could not go to the other ponds the day of
the PUBLIC San Antonio Pond Tour, the next weekend,
those individuals could go to the different ponds to see
what they missed.
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GARY & SANDRA
A
30' stream with waterfalls that meander down to a 2,000g
pond with large, beautiful Koi. A large redwood deck
looms above this fantastic pond and well landscaped
yard. The stream area is home to small goldfish, while
the larger pond above corrals the Koi. Large, creative
statuary can be found near the pond and throughout the
yard.
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HORACE & RACHEL
A
oval shaped 2,400 gallon pond. Home to goldfish and
gambusia. Lilly plants bloom well even under the canopy
of oak trees. A very old, almost Victorian plantation
look to this pond and backyard.
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JAMES & MARY
This
natural 3,500g pond has 2 waterfalls that empty into it.
Goldfish call this lush pond home. Other water features
in this beautiful backyard setting include fountains and
a tree stump made into a natural waterfall. Lots of
color and rock set off the visual appeal on this pond.
The larger waterfall with nice flow can even be heard
from the front of the house!
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JOHN
Powerful
waterfall starts up near the house and winds down a 60'
stream and into a 12' diameter pool. Amazing landscape
to both the front and back yard. Winding pathways and
intimate coves really provide a appeal to this property.
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JOHN {PUEBLO}
A
12' stream meanders down the fence line to this backyard
pond setting. Backlit for night time ambiance, a
fantastic setting to enjoy Koi in the 12' x 8' pond the
stream empties into. Bordered to one side by a flagstone
patio, this pond also was built with MOSS ROCK. Planting
and a independent water feature really go well with this
pond.
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LARRY
A
small deck overlooks 2 6,000 gallon ponds connected by
the "Koi chute". A small stream starts into the larger
of the 2 ponds. It has a natural bog filter area to help
with filtration for the Koi and 2 large catfish! One
albino and a channel cat over 2 feet long. Larry's pet
land tortoise roams over this backyard domain.
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MARIA & TERRENCE
In
the front yard is a small, but lush 500g pond home to
goldfish and Koi. A decorative ceramic pot starts the
waterfall. In the backyard situated in the corner of the
patio is a Jack Daniels whiskey barrel water feature. The
plants in the barrel serve as a natural bio-bog filter for
the goldfish in the pool below. To the side of the house is
a above ground lily pond made to grow out lilies of all
kinds and a large MOMO BATAN lotus.
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MELVIN & MARYLYN
1,500
gallon concrete pond with two tiers and two pools for
Koi and goldfish. Set in a lush, well planted backyard,
attracts birds that Melvin cares for with plenty of food
and a cute waterwheel bird bath. This established pond
has done so well, there are baby fish in the upper pool
even though all fish are kept to the lower pool?
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RANDY & WANDA
Nestled
into a Japanese Garden setting this pond owner created a
figure 8 style 5,000g pond. This tropical paradise
includes a large six foot, 4- tiered waterfall. A small
stream runs down the back side of the house a well. The
entire backyard is a relaxing attractant to not just
humans, but butterflies, humming birds, and dragonflies
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SIR OLIVER & KEN
Five
different ponds, some in the ground and some above
camouflaged by native boulders and a large array of
plants, shrubs, and trees. Winner of the 2001 Xeriscape
award. Diverse amount of plants used in both the front
and back yard. This property situated on top of a hill
provides a amazing view over some of the Texas
Hill-country side.
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TERRY & FRAN
As
you enter this amazing backyard, you find a amazing and
creative use of plants and shrubs. A 6' circular
galvanized tank is detailed up to transform into a
pleasing to the eye water feature. Towards the back is a
13 x 13 pond with 12' stream. Beautiful Koi call this
pond home.
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