Outdoor fountains fit the 'wildlife look'; the trend toward natural lawn and garden settings among nesting baby boomers has made wildlife fountains a 'must-have' accessory
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New trends in the design of outdoor fountains include use of wildlife-related themes that give a special approach to modern outdoor landscaping. Garden supply retailers state that consumers express an increased interest in outdoor fountains with a rustic natural look. Use of wildlife in outdoor fountain decoration allows a variety of water-gardening projects. Classical ornaments such as cherubs, angels and other mythical characters are still used in outdoor fountain decoration in spite of the increasing popularity of wildlife models.
Publication Name: Home Improvement Market
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0162-5896
Year: 1997
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Mulch defining outdoor designs: thanks to a growing variety of materials, colors and textures, mulch has grown in importance from a simple soil protector to an outdoor design accessory
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Garden supply centers are offering a wide variety of design mulches to homeowners for outdoor landscaping projects. Softwood mulches warm landscapes, hardwood mulches give a special touch to budding growth, while mulches in neutral tones brighten landscapes. Stone is a popular design mulch that retains its look in comparison with organic mulches that decompose or gray in color.
Publication Name: Home Improvement Market
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0162-5896
Year: 1997
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