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.

Innovations, Garden ornaments and furniture, Garden ornaments, Outdoor furniture, Fountains

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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.

Usage, Equipment and supplies, Landscape gardening, Mulching

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