The Tub Pond Handbook (Color Edition): A Comprehensive Guide to Creating and Maintaining Patio Ponds, Container Water Gardens, and Tropical Fish Breeding Tubs

But the required space, landscaping, logistics, maintenance, and expense drives many away from this dream. If you are an aquarium hobbyist (or just want fish without the tank), you can take your hobby outside to breed or maintain interesting fishes and other aquatic life with minimal effort. A former Contributing Editor and Columnist at Tropical Fish Hobbyist Magazine, he speaks at conventions and local societies around the United States. Coletti is a member of the International Waterlily & Water Gardening Society, Founder of the Northeast Fish Tub & Water Garden Study Group, Editor of the American Livebearer Association Journal, Founder of the Aquarium Hobby Historical Society, and Master Breeder and Expert Grower at the North Jersey Aquarium Society. COLOR PAPERBACK EDITION: The beauty and novelty of a backyard pond is on the wish list of people from all walks of life. Ted Coletti is an established aquarist, water gardener, and hobby writer. Dr. He maintains over two dozen tub ponds on his property. This is his second book.. Topics covered include: philosophy and ad

"Dr Ted is my summer tubbing guru" according to Chasing Puck. I started keeping summer tubs after seeing Dr Ted give a presentation on the subject at NJAS a few years ago, and it has become the highlight of my summers. From seeing the fantastic colors and fry from fish, to eagerly waiting the first water lily to flower, summer tubbing will always be a part of my aquatic hobby. This is a great guide suitable for both those just getting started as well as anyone looking to improve on what they're doing. Thanks, Dr Ted!. Very Informative and Helpful This is about as complete a guide to "summer tubbing" that you are going to find. The author explains all the steps necessary for a successful water garden.I feel much more comfortable taking on this adventure after reading this book.. "Great info but beware that there is a B&W paperback and a seoarate color paperback. Or buy the e-book." according to NovaShopper. Lots of practical and useful information about deck ponds. Unfortunately, photos were in color when I looked at book on Amazon, but the book is in B&W. After I purchased, Amazon added a color paperback at an outrageous price. Can also get photos electronically with an e-book for additional money. Nevertheless, I am glad that I bought the book.