Pond Construction - Ponds Gone Wrong - Episode 1 - (Part 3)

[hideous10]

What are some common household plants that can be acclimated to pond/water life? And can we just take plants from the wild?

[ThePondDigger]

@hideous10 I don't know of any common household plants that work in the ponds in our area. We have super hot summers. I grabbed some water cress growing wild and a California Native that grows well in water. I don't remember the name.

[iamamystery27]

Does Mike ever use Knee protection ? OMG or does he have steel knee caps?:D Because im no expert but kneeling on on a bit of gravel wot the pain :(

[ThePondDigger]

@iamamystery27 Mike is the man of steel! No knee pads!

[geraldgustav]

what is the average price of a pond with a  depth of at least 3-4 ft. with two filters and two UV lights? please let me know

thanks

[ThePondDigger]

@geraldgustav Not an easy question to answer. How many gallons? 3000 gallons to 5000 gallons? Bottom Drains? Professionally installed the pond I am assuming you speak of is easily 25k. At least here in California.

[pac6010]

@ThePondDigger Wow 25K huh, I just realized I need to learn how to build my own pond lol. Good thing you guys have lots of videos for me to learn from.

[ThePondDigger]

@pac6010 Not everyone is ready to pay the money for a professionally installed pond. That's okay because we are prepared to hold your hand through a do it yourself pond installation. What every it takes to get a pond in everyone's backyard. What ever it takes!

[ThePondDigger]

@geraldgustav Ten Grand minimum. It really depends on gallons. 3000 gallons? 4000 gallons? 5000 gallons?

[wompasdub]

come put a pond in my apt so I can go shwimmin lol

[ThePondDigger]

@wompasdub Give us the address and we might just show up one day ready to work!

[wompasdub]

@ThePondDigger haha I wish unfortunately it's in a skyscraper in the middle of downtown chicago don't think management would be too thrilled :\

[ThePondDigger]

@wompasdub We need an address! We might just show up and start digging!

[mrjon75]

I consider myself one of the greatest small pond constructors whom ever lived, and although I haven't ever built a pond I would like to. It would be great. A true work of art.

[kyelb818]

how do u keep the rocks in the pond on the sides and in place

[LordJake1337]

You built any interesting ponds lately?

ALSO, Could you upload more vids, I find yours really interesting :)

[ThePondDigger]

@LordJake1337 Yes we have been building some seriously cool ponds this past year. We will be shooting video this spring. It's a personal promise. Stay tuned.

[cocy3000]

Mike dosn't have tricks under hes sleves, he has no sleves in the first place

[ThePondDigger]

@cocy3000 Mike has tricks in his pockets and socks! :)

[ThePondDigger]

@cocy3000 This comment really cracks me up! Thanks!

[cocy3000]

@ThePondDigger actualy, thnx for these video. I have two ponds and will be improving them soon

[mannhorn34]

WOW!........ You are a pond guru!

[ThePondDigger]

@mannhorn34 Thank you much but my lead tech at our headquarters is a real Pond Guru, I'm happy with the label The Pond Digger.

[vageta45]

Hey I have a question. I have a 800-1000 gallon pond with a few koi's and a lot of goldfish. I was wonder can i use a PVC as a Cave or something else?

[ThePondDigger]

@vageta45 PVC works good as a tunnel for the fish to hide. Good Luck.

[Arteolike]

Oh and one more questions (sorry for bothering you so much) What is the name of the plant in 5:16 i really like it.

[ThePondDigger]

The aquatic plant you like is called Ribbon Grass.

[Arteolike]

Sorry again but i also want to know the name of the leafy plant in the stream on 0:48 on the bottom? Thanks a-lot!

[picatsoforfma]

What about water lilies that go directly in the water?

[ThePondDigger]

Water lilies can be planted directly in the gravel in Eco-System ponds. However When water lilies are planted in pots they can be fertilized with more accuracy. So it depends on your goals.

[ThePondDigger]

@picatsoforfma Yes, directly in the water!

[MickOrOwnsYou]

think its possible to make a turtle pond that has 2 levels but there is a littel part where they can walk up to the second floor and dive to the bottom one?

[ThePondDigger]

For sure. The pond in our Turtle Pond Design Video is multil-leveled. The turtles are always climbing the levels and often make dives from the upper level to the bottom level. It's hilarious!

The Pond Digger

[hirocaster]

the plants goes behind the liner?

[ThePondDigger]

You aren't the first person to ask this question. The aquatic plants we installed were tucked behind the rock, but inside the rubber liner.

We are planning a video shoot that will help identify our tips and tricks on planting our aquatic plants. Stay tuned and thanks for the question. Questions help us identify what pond enthusiast want to learn.

The Pond Digger

[hirocaster]

Thank you! Plants looks much better and natural without the plastic basket, but I think you have more control using baskets with plants thas spread a lot or tend to grow too much.

I think I'll mix both, with and without basket.

I'm building my pond with 6m x10m firestone EPDM. I'm collecting big stones, some plantas and stuff all bymyself...lot of work. :)

[dga223]

i need this company in my state to do my pond. michigan

[ThePondDigger]

Hey we did a pond is Saginaw MI last year! We get around! I could possibly connect you with a contractor in your area. Let me know if you want help.

The Pond Digger

[cerveza930]

NY FIRST........but I agree with ya!

[16and30]

im soo visisting your website

[ThePondDigger]

Tell your friends!

Thanks....

The Pond Digger

[Venrellin]

mike thats the turtle pond master!

[ThePondDigger]

YEAH! That is Mike the Turtle Pond Master working on the Pond MakeOver aquatic plants to make the pond look amazing!

[quackatoofilms]

wow

[jrtec13]

COUSIN MIKE YER FAMOUS!