Tropical Gardening U.K. Inspirational Tropical Pond. Best I’ve seen.

[@Will_Grow_Plants]

I love this pond so much. It's Excellent and the fact that they can have that view from the house with those massive windows is the absolute cherry on top. Perfection!

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. I agree it is an amazing pond that they have created and really the camera didn’t do it justice. It was a great source of inspiration.

[@jonisolis9645]

Yes, yes, yes, please visit Joe's garden pond again and give us a longer tour and take about the plants he is using too. I just LOVE that pond. Be on the look out for old tree branches to use around your new pond. You can also DIY some rocks with cement and cardboard boxes. There are some great videos on youtube on how to do it.

[@tikitropicals65]

Hi and thank you. I will try to get another visit into see this pond again but it will most likely be Next year now. Cheers.

[@davidhorton6665]

Great footage of that fabulous pond and great plans for your own.

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you.

[@jurassicgardendiary1023]

It's funny, I went for a walk round some local woods last week, just to try to see what separates jungle from woodland (as much as you can in UK). My one big take away was re fallen logs, nature doesn't tidy, it takes over so seeing how they've used them was great. Thanks for the video as always..

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. I always look at nature for inspiration and often take a walk around the lakes and woods near me. The only thing is nature sometimes puts things like fallen logs in the wrong place. We have the fortunate position that we can place or stage these features to create the look or feeling we like. Cheers.

[@sharonparsons3222]

That’s a stunning pond and your plan really looks perfect for your space. Keep a close eye on Marketplace for your materials there are some really excellent resources on there if you are patient waiting for the right stuff to appear. Good luck and can’t wait to see your progress.

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. Yes I will definitely be looking on market place. Hopefully I can find a few bargains. Cheers

[@estherterrier6400]

What a beautiful tropical pond,would definitely be interested in a further tour and information 😊

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. I will try to arrange another visit next year to show more detail and how they created it. Cheers.

[@jonisolis9645]

@@tikitropicals65 I want to know the names of some of the plants he is using. LOVE this pond and wishing you the best on you own!!!!!!

[@johnsgardens6326]

That pond was amazing and think yours will also look amazing

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. I agree it’s a great pond and a source of inspiration. Hopefully if I can get mine to look half as good as this I will be happy. Cheers.

[@MaxineChambers-y5o]

Sounds like a great project. Good luck, I'll look forward to watching it!🤞

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. I’m looking forward to the challenge. Lots to learn but I’m confident I can achieve something similar to what’s in my head. Cheers.

[@daphneking3954]

That was mind blowingly beautiful. I’m sure yours will be equally as good 🌴🌺🌱

[@tikitropicals65]

Hi and thank you. I’m not sure it will be that good but it’s definitely something for me to aspire to. Cheers.

[@jonisolis9645]

@@tikitropicals65 You can use plants to filter the water. It would be cheaper than large filters and pumps. Check out this man's videos of his natural looking pond using plants to clean the water: A Refreshing Bath with my Fish: Aquaponics Pond Tour - KZbin - kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZiqqGd3rpKErKM

[@Plant_Mad_Paul]

I can understand why you got energy flowing to do this bro, the visited garden pond was fantastic very natural and belonging place. Plus a video info/chat would be a great watch I think about that garden. Look forward to future updates on your own project, exciting times lol

[@tikitropicals65]

Thanks Paul. Really appreciate the comment. Winter might kill off my enthusiasm a bit soon but hopefully come spring I’m ready to go. Cheers.

[@yvonnejohnson6811]

I’m currently visiting Montserrat in the Caribbean and if you told me that garden was here I would have believed you!! Good luck with your new plans.

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you and I hope you have a great holiday. Cheers.

[@wesleyhackney]

This would be awesome. Hope you go for it what great detail I think if just sit there and look at it all day

[@tikitropicals65]

Cheers. I feel it will change the atmosphere of the area so I can’t wait to start sourcing materials ready hopefully for spring.

[@gracesim1806]

Always admired your tropical garden. Your new ideas sound brilliant and I think will make it even more awesome. Can't wait to see it.

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. I really appreciate the comment.

[@captainredbeard1749]

Wow that was stunning❤ What a cool project looking forward to this👌

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. I’m looking forward to the possible end result not so much the digging 😂. Cheers

[@paulineellison9047]

love the water fall in my garden to go with my pond

[@tikitropicals65]

Hi. I think the sound of running water is so calming in a garden. I’m glad you’ve created something you love. Cheers.

[@basssmirnoff2442]

Awesome

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. I agree it is a wonderful pond.

[@mathewbetts4756]

Stunning, look forwards to seeing the end result.

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. I’m hoping to film the pond building process so hopefully it goes well. Cheers

[@Palmguy24]

That would be a gorgeous view! Love it!!! Looking forward to seeing your project moving along.

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. I know you like palms hopefully a can find a couple of Chamaedorea Radicalis to plant near it. It’s a great palm for shade. Cheers.

[@TropicalGardening]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. I agree they have done a great job. Cheers.

[@erikm8372]

Your garden space, pre-changes, already looks stunning compared to mine, at the moment! 😂 maybe it’s the maturity of the plants, the variegated Fatsia. The tree ferns. The clean, empty space in the center. I think it looks great.

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you.

[@kevinwilkes5969]

Think all i can say is good luck.

[@tikitropicals65]

Cheers. I’m not sure luck will be part of it to be honest. Money, time and patience will be the biggest problems but I love a project so hopefully it works out well.

[@TheBarefootedGardener]

Joe’s pond is as incredible, as I’d expect from an aquascape contractor! The big thing is with your pond is do NOT skimp on the filters and pump. I’m sure Joe mentioned that as well. Flow rate, proper filtration including rock and gravel is what makes the water crystal clear all the time. (I loved your design btw, and the existing mature plants will be unbelievable once done but a bit of a PITA while building.) the only thing I’d say is to flip the waterfall from the corner of the buildings to the other side- visible from indoors and out, and keep the skimmer opposite of your waterfall. This is a video I did building my parents’ pond back in 2019. The SECRET(S) To Building Natural Waterfalls | The Barefooted Gardener kzbin.info/www/bejne/nGOtip2er5uUe8k

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. I watched your video it was very informative. Cheers.

[@BobbyBrown-re9kw]

Lovely as it is, but i get the urge to change it. Hopefully include water in my garden in the future. Good luck

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. I really think that the sound of water adds so much to a garden. It really adds to the atmosphere.

[@richf_tropical_garden_projects]

that pond looked ace, i can really see your idea looking great aswell! im also working on my large pond/ pool project currently as the ground has finally softened up, digging into clay is a night mare by hand haha. ive been using facebook market place for things like rocks and pond equipment, found loads of free rocks and other bits could hep for the budget for yours, my biggest cost has been the liner which was about 500 for an 18m x 12m one plus underlay. dont think id trust a second hand liner haha, all else though im after a bargain on haha.

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. I’ve been checking out market place for rocks and other bits myself. Hopefully I can find what I’m looking for. Cheers.

[@shayandevi9870]

Hello ! Avez-vous dessiné ce plan vous même ? Wouaw ! Vu d'ici, votre futur pont est massif. C'est sur lui que le regard se dirige plutôt que sur le pont lui même. Ce serait dommage😊 Je vois que votre épouse n'a pas apprécié l'idée d'avoir des canards à la maison 😅 Je me réjouis de voir votre projet abouti ! Bon dimanche !

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. I did the pond drawing but the measurements are not to scale. I agree I don’t think the bridge will be as big as it looks in the drawing.

[@mietkl8371]

👍

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you

[@RichardABW]

3:06 - How far across would you say that bridge is, from beginning to end of the main curved part? I have some dreams of something similar also. Thank you!

[@tikitropicals65]

Hi. I would say the bridge is about 2.5 - 3 metres long. Honestly I’m not really that sure. Cheers.

[@ampgb223]

love it just about to start a pond is there anything you would dod different?

[@tikitropicals65]

Hi and a good question. To be honest I think they have done a fantastic job and I love the way it has a real natural feel but then has a contemporary bridge to tie it into the inside of their house. Lots of evergreen foliage to keep it interesting all year round. For me to make my version of this type of pond I’m hoping to go for the this very natural look with the rocks and logs but a few different plants to suit my space plus a wooden bridge to fit in with my theme. Cheers.

[@ЗокирРахимов-о3ж]

Незнаю как вас зват ? Но сасибо за видиос просто шикарний садь ...❤

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. Your Welcome.

[@doncastillo6286]

Not much sun there put it in the middle of the grass area 😊

[@tikitropicals65]

Hi. I agree it is a bit shady but I need to redo that area as the patio needs replacing and we sit down under gazebo a lot in summer so I feel it will be a great addition to that space. I will be removing some of the overhead leaves to let much more light in. Also I was filming it as it was getting dark. Cheers.

[@TheBarefootedGardener]

Joe’s pond is as incredible, as I’d expect from an aquascape contractor! The big thing is with your pond is do NOT skimp on the filters and pump. I’m sure Joe mentioned that as well. Flow rate, proper filtration including rock and gravel is what makes the water crystal clear all the time. (I loved your design btw, and the existing mature plants will be unbelievable once done but a bit of a PITA while building.) the only thing I’d say is to flip the waterfall from the corner of the buildings to the other side- visible from indoors and out, and keep the skimmer opposite of your waterfall. This is a video I did building my parents’ pond back in 2019. The SECRET(S) To Building Natural Waterfalls | The Barefooted Gardener kzbin.info/www/bejne/nGOtip2er5uUe8k

[@tikitropicals65]

Thank you. Yes I’m going to research pumps and filters and Joe is also a great source of knowledge for me as well. Had a watch of your video it was really helpful thanks.