EPIC FAIL IN AQUASCAPING - TOMMY FINISHES (OFF) HIS PLANTED TANK

This was going to be a really nice and innovative planted tank layout. Tommy did his best with the setup of this Iwagumi (rock formation) aquascape, came up with a good idea, a matching aquatic plant selection. With all his efforts, this turned out to be an epic fail. Just watch the video to find out why.
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[@drogier82]

I love that you guys showed a failure! It’s inspiring.

[@GreenAquaShop]

Cheers!

[@tnerbb]

@@GreenAquaShop @David Rogier I agree, it's refreshing to see Green Aqua show these kinds of realistic situations. I am sure the redemption video will be epic. Watching it now!

[@alphabetical6]

It takes a lot of courage to publically accept your mistakes and to post failure videos for others to learn from your mistakes. I think this video demonstrate what the team Green Aqua is made of.. absolute dedication.

[@stanlyc7]

well said. this happens to all of us

[@EetMyShortz]

I like it when Tommy hosts the occasional video, he barely talks in the other ones 😂

[@GreenAquaShop]

He is good, right? :)

[@katerinarypalova9703]

@@GreenAquaShop Tommy is the best :) That tank looked really good btw, something very unusual

[@chakrabartisaumya]

Tommy will title his next scape "revenge of the fallen" 😂

[@bayt-ul-bonsai5176]

🤣

[@user-mv4me6ps5h]

You were right LOL

[@hudsonhaynie1632]

he has to

[@ja5on74]

I think sharing and learning from mistakes is as valuable to the viewers. Perseverance Tommy!

[@MrHappyFish]

Dear Tommy! Please do not be upset or sad about this. A negative result is still a result. Your scape is still one of the best that I have seen recently in the style of minimalism, I really liked it and I will try to do something similar in the near future. And please do more videos for us! Hugs and best wishes from Russia! ❤

[@GreenAquaShop]

Thanks so much for supporting us!

[@BrunoReisAmaralBRA]

Poor Tommy!!! Don't give up your first layout! GO AHEAD! Hugs!

[@SleipnirADV]

Tommy is completely devastated trying to come up with different solutions to the whole thing, and Balazs is enjoying it all happy that he is not to blame 😂😂😂

[@thedivide3688]

A tear was shed...still a great video. We love Tommy!

[@crunchberry2362]

I hit the like button not because I enjoy seeing you fail, but because I still appreciate the effort and vision put into this. I'm confident you'll recover this, up until the fall everything looked amazing.

[@calum6304]

I love Tommy's videos and his creations, and I'm glad you couldn't hear my bad language when the stone tower collapsed! The scape was looking really promising before the collapse so my hope, Tommy, is that you take a deep breath, have a beer, then rebuild it?👌👍👌...Calum, Stirling, Scotland

[@williamminh3361]

even the rock fell off it could be turn into a Iwagumi style, and really waitting for the update on this tank from "smoking hot"

[@GreenAquaShop]

LOL, stay tuned.

[@DeadInside_82]

Bahahahaha! You already know I'm watching Tommy's videos!!! 😍

[@ShawnHineidi]

It could have been worse, the fallen rocks could have shattered the glass and hurt someone. This can be fixed. I have the utmost respect to this channel and Tommy for showing the failure of this phase, this reflects strength and confidence, thus, I don’t see this as a failure but an experience that we learn from. Tommy, take a step back, recoup your thoughts and im sure you will come up with an amazing solution that is powerful enough to inspire us all. IN "TOMMY" WE TRUST!

[@cullinf2077]

Geez what a heart breaking experience. Handled it like a champ. I'm even more excited to see what happens now

[@smith44]

It's great that you released this video. This will give confidence to lot of people who are new to the world of aqua scaping knowing that shit happens and the best in the world can also fail at times. It's just ok to fail at times only to learn something new. Really appreciate for putting up this video.

[@mcartagenova]

Tommy, that's not a mistake, it's a lesson!!! cheer up!!!

[@MrAshasheen]

Man. You are great. You have no problems in exhibiting your failures too. Yes. We can handle success. But its really hard to handle a failure. You did it man. You will climb more heights. Wow.

[@lagoonaquascape9430]

Don’t give up Tommy! I can’t wait to see your next work!!! 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@MRMANNER]

Please keep on this project! Don’t give up tommy ! That will be awesome !

[@GreenAquaShop]

Thx for the support!

[@Jax_81]

Tommy man!!!!! This is harsh. I nearly cried. Scream in to pillow and carry on xxx

[@mishao3215]

So sad! No one is perfect. We live and learn. You'll recover. But Mr. B just couldn't stay quiet could he? :) The silver lining to me is that you showed how you do everything to make sure this doesn't happen, but does. You have to plan for such things. I mean emotionally. Big hugs to you Tommy. Can't wait to see what you come up with next.

[@josephpaulmilton8563]

Thanks for sharing the failures too. It shows how genuine you are.

[@redjoker2086]

Hi Tommy, Feel really sorry for you buddy but I really think this is probably one of the most honest videos I’ve seen. This happens to all aquascapers in one way or another. And I am reallly happy you guys being so transparent about it. These things happens even to the best. A very good way of showing we all do mistakes but MORE important sharing those with community so we all can learn from it. So buddy GOOD JOB....and sorry for the unfortunate luck with the brittle stone. Think the scape would have turned out amazingly.

[@obzympal2305]

Don't give up Tommy !! Leave these stones as they fell, only cover the visible traces of glue with moss. A real look created by the forces of nature and you !!

[@vivekdey124]

Ohhhh Tommy come on man it happens with everyone.... don’t be so sad about it n I have full faith that u will give us all something which we never even imagined. Good wishes for ur next project and we love u all at green aqua, u guys truly are inspiring

[@radtankfish9212]

Tommy you're the best.... A hug...

[@ajithleochandy5504]

Come on Tommy....this calls for a rebirth and a definite master piece....

[@kimalbrecht9810]

I can almost feel your disappointment and frustration Tommy. It was actually a very promising layout. Get back in the saddle :-) I signed a membership to support you and I cant wait to see what you come up with

[@SteveHinrichs]

I truly appreciate seeing a failure. It helps me to know when I have a failure it is not just me, and even the best can have this happen. Thank you for sharing. It gives me hope and it is okay to have a disappointment. This was a great video. Thank you...

[@SteveHinrichs]

@Betta Fish KH hi

[@stargate8811]

Don't despair. The minimalist approach was the right one. I'm giving you a thumbs up because I know you will get it right somehow.

[@GreenAquaShop]

Something is cooking already!

[@James_NatureAquatics]

So sorry Tommy! My heart sank when it fell over.... can’t imagine. I know you will create something amazing from the flames of this one. Just like the griffin arises more beautiful from the flame!

[@piperiko2729]

😮😮😮 me parece un excelente video y más que muestra que en este camino cualquiera puede tener un problema, siguen siendo los mejores 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 no muchos están preparados para mostrar sus dificultades pero esto demuestra lo transparentes y profesiones que son.🥇

[@GreenAquaShop]

Glad you appreciate our openness.

[@maritatripet7480]

Love seeing your videos Tommy, and was really looking forward to seeing this finished. So devastating for you! I look forward to seeing whatever you do with this tank.

[@ralphnino1193]

My heart skipped a beat when it fell. Thanks for being real.

[@GreenAquaShop]

Cheers.

[@antoniomagana8212]

You got this man! Don’t give up. Cheers to you and everyone at green aqua

[@darklador2903]

That was like an action movie. I wax relax and a few seconds after, I was shocked ! I hope that the tank is not broken.

[@newmexicoaquatics282]

I love everything about this video... except the part where it fell. But thank you for sharing! - Little Bobby

[@sofiasalemi4260]

Oh poor Tommy looking so down :( Don't worry, as you say, shit happens. It's good that you show that too !

[@InnerSoulzZ]

Really appreciate the effort of putting your failure videos up as well. It was unfortunate but im sure that was a sign of something even better!

[@discusworld7121]

Tommy never give up,stand up and finish the fight 🤛 I know you can do it 💪

[@sansarizeme]

Oh my! What a pity, guys. Loved the scape and the planting. But what I think is best is how you encourage us to keep trying, to show us that you also make mistakes and continue learning and growing with them, and let us see them so that we can learn from you even when you fail! Eager to see how the story ends, I am sure we will all be pleased to see the end result (with, or without turtle!).

[@GreenAquaShop]

Cheers, Javier.

[@jackkoh66sg]

No problem sir, succeed away comes from failure ...cheer up you can do it... 👏👏

[@luiswicho5301]

Oh man!. It's sad, but we all learn from mistakes, even if we don't like it at all. BUT try to think all good things you've already done in this channel. You have my support. Cheers Tommy.

[@dayankkumarasinghe]

COMEON Tommy, don't give up on this. It looks good bro. You shouldn't worry at all. Every single aquascaper has been through this. At least your one is an outstanding layout and a challenge. Also, Balaz has never tried something serious or challenging like this to be failed(Just kidding :D) Special thanks to GreenAqua for showing everything that happens in the gallery, unlike any other channel. Cheers!

[@bm3aquatic]

Oh Tommy, my heart breaks for you! It was absolutely beautiful, please continue with it as things don't always go our way but failure can lead us in a new direction.

[@richiesuvctravels2319]

My heart just sank. I vote for you to fix it. Don't give up on the design.

[@SantiagoxOR]

I have been learned so much since i follow you guys. I hope someday i could make my own tropical tank with all your advices and tips. Thanks for sharing this beautiful world of aquascaping! Keep rocking and greetings from Colombia.

[@shabibislam3447]

Loved both the reactions .... Tommy feeling very sad for the disaster & Balazs very happy for the project going wrong .😁😁

[@Trevorfoggia]

Don’t feel bad Tommy. And stick with your original plan please. It was looking really beautiful. Don’t give up on it. At least the tank didn’t break under the collapse. Mine did. I was asleep at the time. The next morning I walked in to a flooded horror show 😡 Take care. Stay safe and well. Greetings from Cumbria in the U.K.

[@user-yn1ng7hv1w]

This is a great job. It's a pleasure to watch you guys. We are waiting for new videos. You are the best👍🏻👍🏻🚀

[@DrawerFullofRocks]

I gasped out loud when the rocks tumbled down. I'm so sorry, Tommy. Chin up, dear person. You've got this! I can't wait to see how you resolve the challenge. Sending you a HUGE hug from New Mexico, U.S.

[@mcdyesscoy]

I like the kinda video like this, so natural, cuz sometimes failure also happen to us when set up aquarium

[@ryosukelover]

You guys really moved me again with very inspiring ideas and bold layout execution! Thanks for your efforts!

[@GreenAquaShop]

Thanks!

[@DaniKenAquatics]

My heart broke when it fell. :( I really enjoyed the video. Balaz, you are a riot!!

[@GreenAquaShop]

I know I am. Sorry! :)

[@asifahmad2551]

Loved your honesty of showing this online

[@GreenAquaShop]

Cheers, well, we make mistakes too, right? :) LOL.

[@nature_tour7406]

Ohh noo 🤦‍♀️.The scape was so good !i like this style!

[@tanialimacosta]

Don't give up. It was looking very nice!

[@thaWisHmasteR777]

The rocks laying there un such a natural way. Masterpiece of work :)

[@lilsnaz0776]

I’m gutted for him but I’m really glad you decided to carry on with the video.

[@be_emm4853]

Well, what can I say... Tommy, don't give up. Fortunately the glass is ok. I hope you fix the hardscape, becouse it was great. Greetings from Wrocław, Poland.

[@carlosjimenezyanez7666]

Woooww!!!... it was so sad 😞, you have the perfect hardscape. Try it again!

[@jmaquascaping]

This was the best Green Aqua video to date. Continue to push your limits. My own scaping tank has many scratches and dings earned while pushing my own limits.

[@GreenAquaShop]

Thanks Jeff, appreciate your words. Things happens timely. Leaking tank, floating decors, other issues or disasters. We will be back stronger.

[@JohnAbrahamsen]

Need some heavy water ferts in a all decosand aquarium though guys :). But its doable. Ive done it, but you need to use EI levels and 50% weekly WC to get healthy growth or there is algae gallore. I had a iwagumi aquarium with a lush HC carpet and no soil. But I'm sorry for Tommy, I really liked this style until it all cracked for him. I really like small plants in a bigger aquascape as he pointed out that the anubias were too big, even as petite form. Coupled together with 40-50 small light colored tetras it is very nice idea with micro plants. Marsilea hirsuta tends to grow quite big leafs in good conditions though, and they do shoot out a big amounts of runners. I would maybe leans towards Glossostigma instead, or even MC, as they are smaller, grow slower and dont have as tuff runners. Great content again from Green Aqua, even though it failed, we have all been there!

[@johnrajan1828]

Don't give up Tommy you can do it... Yours is better than the others..

[@GreenAquaShop]

Thanks!

[@terrywilliams5810]

Sorry this is late , love the concept of what you were trying, oh my , my mouth dropped as the stone toppled over, I really felt for you , I hope you will come back to this in the future , and Balazs,. so so cruel , 😉 but on a positive outcome to this . It happens to all of us , thank you for sharing this . Heaven knows when I shall get to visit you all , stay safe.

[@GreenAquaShop]

Yeah, I was too cruel. :)

[@corysantacroce1735]

Option 1! You can do it! Loved the look and feel of this tank. Good luck!

[@marypaigeflynn4512]

Tommy I really enjoy when you do the videos too! Such a beautiful aquascape and aaaaaaaahhhh. Balazs, where were your gluing skills when Tommy needed them? 🤣🤣just kidding guys! I don't care what y'all do whether it's an award-winning aquascape or showing us a catastrophe 🤣 everything you do is quality and I always enjoy them and learn a lot from you guys! Plus your brighten my day every time I watch one of your videos! Your videos are beautiful, entertaining, full of twist, turns and suspense 🤣😁 absolutely wonderful!! I appreciate you sharing all the ups and downs! I personally study at the "School of Hard knocks"🤣 experience is the best teacher 💪👍💯 and I can't forget to thank "Ozzy" for all the incredible work he did🙏🙏🤣😭🤣💞🌿 I hope you all have a very blessed and beautiful day! Thank you for sharing 🙏🤗🌿🐟🌿💚

[@GreenAquaShop]

The rock itself split, unfortunately, not at the glue... :) Thx for the kind comment as always :)

[@-afyx-]

Don't give up, Tommy! If you drilled through the stones, you could help the glue with a stick!

[@DusanMandck]

Definitely scared the dogs with the scream on this one hahahaha. Balazs, you are hilariously evil to Tommy hahahahaha Sad, but great video

[@GreenAquaShop]

Yeah Taylor, I was a bit evil, I admit. It is a sad video, but it was a great tank, pity we don't see it ready.

[@herbertgunther8951]

@@GreenAquaShop hope we will though

[@Hawiiti]

It scared me aswell! Really felt the pain.

[@andrewstrathdee6154]

Tommy that man !get him on more often and lots m or of the abstract scapes it'll change the channel for real see need more of this

[@user-uz1ow6bf7e]

As a person who has the same hobby, I understand your mood at the moment. But I miss you so much. Ha ha ha ha ha.

[@samreefer]

Tommy.tommy.!!!! I waiting 7 days about this tank But you are best....❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@user-fk1po6jj7f]

Honestly, inspirational. This seems a lot more true to the kind of experience I always have.

[@GreenAquaShop]

LOL, you really have to not have these experiences though. :)

[@carlovarini1814]

Tommy, I like what you did. Your idea was beautiful, I'll try to do the same thing in my next aquascaping.

[@e-v-e-rything]

I like this video because it reminds me that even a planned aquascape can fail. Felt sad for you Tommy. But I want to see the continuation of this tank...

[@bavarian_aquascaper]

Oh no! It was a beautiful idea and I didn't expact that the plant (especially the mosses between the glue cracks) will change this Hardscape to such a beautiful Scape! I think you should choose option 1! Great improvisation! If the tank is full with water, the rocks won't fall! Good luck to you Tomy

[@feralon9570]

Such heart break :( It was stunning before the fall!! Absolutely stunning!

[@GreenAquaShop]

Yeah, it was a great tank.

[@lionelb3542]

Hi, you can drill a hole through the whole pack of stones an use a screw to tighten everything together. Nice concept, don't give up

[@monaangela4667]

Feel sorry you couldnt finish your tank Tomi. It would be very interesting. Maybe you stil can use these rocks for a scape, but dont glue them. Just throw the stones in the tank randomly in diferent positions, in a wild and natural way and use a lot of moss a little plants, keep simplicity. You are still my fav scaper in iwagumi style. Good luck in the future 👍👌😊😍

[@myzri3557]

Oh man, what a kick in the balls! Great lesson for us all though, never give up even in the face of disaster

[@zunnyinyiaung932]

Don't give up. Fightiinnggg!!!

[@noahwittig]

It's nice to see you guys can have issues with your tanks too

[@krzysztofradziszewski5009]

Jeeeeez at the first I thought that tank has broke! Sorry for You Tommy and Ozzy.

[@pushpak1351]

Tommy go for it..I love the scape..u just need to create a support for the largest structure..❤️❤️

[@marileenoostingh5575]

Oh I'm so sad for you guys.... 😭 Please don't give up 💪😁! You where going strong with a brilliant scape. Pull yourself together and make it even better than before. Sometimes these things help you to grow to another level, that precedes the original. I like how open and honest you are in your videos. Keep it up, I just subscribed. 😘

[@Gabesafish]

The silver lining here is that thank goodness you caught that on video. It makes for good video content. High drama production value! I think we’ve all been there and can relate to the heartbreak you must have felt. My heart broke just watching. This applies not only to aquascaping, but also to so many other things that we are passionate about in our lives. It could be a hobby, or an occupation, or even a personal relationship. We start off with this idea of how perfect and magical it’s going to turn out...we have so many ideas and inspirations. We take care and have patience with the planning and nurturing of it. We can see in the mind’s eye exactly how it will turn out. And then we set off on that journey, full of wonderment and bursting with pride and joy. Sometimes though, little things don’t go as planned, and we wonder...is this a sign of things to come? Should I compromise my vision and and just go with it, or is it the universe trying to tell me that maybe my energy is better spent on other things right now, or maybe an entirely different version of this endeavor? Am I even a person who believes in such things? And then, at our lowest, with confidence shaken, we start to question the purpose. Why am I driven to do this? Is it selfish of me to spend so much energy in this way? And then someone appears and reminds us of how talented we really are...of how we enrich the lives of others by what we do. How we inspire others to pursue their passions. Can’t wait to see which way you proceed!

[@parmarpraduman9439]

No worry this things happen in aqua scape Thats a perfect scape I insist to complete this Love this

[@mauritiusexoticfishrv6574]

Mistake happens to everyone and we learn from it 🤗💯🍀🌿 Keep on doing your best 👍

[@Bruno_Amaro]

Try again, don´t give up. The Scape is amazing, it will become a beautiful aquascape. I Love your work.

[@markusg1961]

I feel so sorry, it was looking really cool! But, thumbs up that you also show us some fails like this!

[@GreenAquaShop]

Thx!

[@idrstwn]

One thing, that's so natural 😂✌

[@GreenAquaShop]

Glad you like it. LOL.

[@sairoop9002]

Cheer up Mr. Tommy accidents happen to everyone but raising up back matters looking forward to this tank completed by you as it is planned for this video

[@diamontgomery861]

You got this!!! The comeback will be epic!!!

[@GreenAquaShop]

Cheers.

[@rizamohammed5943]

dont cry tommy....everything gona be great...hope will see u with a great scape

[@ranjuislam77]

Its alright Tommy. Want to see similar type of hardscape from you. The layout was really nice. Keep it up man. See you soon!

[@GreenAquaShop]

Cheers! Thanks for the support!

[@jacekp.7638]

After fail it looks more natural. You created a new trend in aquascaping... - failscaping. Keep going :)

[@kevinliem3945]

Stick with opt 1 please! Keep up the work Tommy you can do it 💪🏻💪🏻

[@davidfieldman8723]

That was a great scape tommy don’t give up go for it again

[@ludwigenriquez1864]

Geez Louize😮🤣 Tommy ur hard work just collapsed 💔 start and re-scape again 🥂😁

[@pietrofiorani2141]

Epic video, Tommy I admire you!!