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1/1/2020

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What are the best plants for my pond?

 
​Are you struggling with what to plant in your pond, pondless waterfall, or fountain? The right plants can take an ordinary water feature and make it simply extraordinary. They can take a basic water feature and turn it into an oasis!

The best part? The benefits of adding plants go beyond simple aesthetics. The right plants can keep your water crystal clear by absorbing excess nutrients in the water.
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11/13/2019

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Koi Pond Installation: Part 1

 
How is a koi pond actually installed in a yard? Here's a timelapse covering a half-day installation of an aquascape feature, including excavation, adding the liner and skimmer, and more. If you want the ultimate YouTube pond installation idea, look no farther!
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10/15/2019

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What is the Best Type of Pipe for Drainage?

 
Corrugated pipe vs. PVC pipe: which one is better for drainage?

Pros of corrugated pipe:
It is cheap, very flexible, comes in large rolls, and requires no adapters to install.
Cons of corrugated pipe:
Ridges on the inside allows debris to easily clog the pipe.

Pros of PVC pipe:
It is smooth and does not easily clog.
It is typically the better choice between corrugated pipe and PVC pipe.
Cons of PVC pipe:
It requires adapters to get around bends, it only comes in 10-foot segments, and it is more expensive.

So which one should you choose? Watch the video below for our conclusion, and tips on installing corrugated pipe and PVC pipe for drainage!

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    We started out as the neighborhood lawn boys – a group of high school friends trying to make some pocket change. It soon became more. We realized how much we enjoyed landscaping. Over the years, we've transformed hundreds of properties, beautified countless landscapes, and made many homeowners proud. This has become our passion! 

    Easton Outdoors is a premier landscaping business located in Yorktown, Virginia. Our specialties are water features and waterfalls, landscape design and installation, and drainage solutions.

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