When Joan Doyle was a little girl, her Lakeview home featured a fish pond so large and elaborate that she and her siblings named the house after it. “When my sisters and I talk about our old family ...

Koi ponds have a way of creating instant calm—from the sound of the water to the way the fish move, the experience is a Zen escape. “A koi pond adds magic,” said Janice Parker of Janice Parker ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Want to make your yard feel like a retreat? This DIY project is fun and will transform your outdoor space into an oasis of ...

This guide covers the process of digging a water well, creating twin fish ponds, and building a stove for cooking. For the well, select a spot with access to groundwater, and dig using tools or ...

A home holds so much value. From its foundation to its outdoor landscaping, your house and garden is the sum of every attribute that enhances and enriches how you feel in it. And as summertime ...

Garden ponds are increasingly becoming popular among homeowners. The scramble for ponds can be attributed to their aesthetics, growing appreciation for wildlife and environmental awareness. As ...

We don’t need to know why— we just know the sound of trickling water is international speak for relaxation. That may be why people aren't just outfitting their outdoor areas with knock-out kitchens, ...

A backyard pond brings plenty of tranquility to a yard, but it also requires a fair bit of maintenance to stay clean year-round. That's even more important if your pond is a home for koi fish, who ...

Editor's note: An earlier version of this story was unclear about how to handle fish. Here are some tips for adding fish and plants to your backyard pond. What about fish? Fish can add a fun and ...