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Post by blackrose on Apr 20, 2007 16:24:10 GMT
Speechless DB! it's amazing, fancy selling up now lol. But what a transformation, luv it.
Well done to you all.
CB
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Post by dirtyboots on Apr 30, 2007 13:11:12 GMT
Well folks I'm back ;D Thanks for all your ideas on the places to visit for pond plants. I found that you were right about Baytree Keith, It's very good and they had loads of pond plants too! Downtown was a waste of time for aquatic plants but I did well for clothes and shoes  Waterside GC in Baston near Bourne also had a lot of nice plants but I had already been to Baytree. Still I will know for the next visit. The baskets are cheaper here but I have to travel to get them. DB |
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Post by madonplants on Apr 30, 2007 14:56:24 GMT
Well folks I'm back ;D Thanks for all your ideas on the places to visit for pond plants. I found that you were right about Baytree Keith, It's very good and they had loads of pond plants too! Downtown was a waste of time for aquatic plants but I did well for clothes and shoes Waterside GC in Baston near Bourne also had a lot of nice plants but I had already been to Baytree. Still I will know for the next visit. The baskets are cheaper here but I have to travel to get them. DB Good, I am glad you enjoyed yourself. What day did you go to Baytree, as, after I mentioned it to you, decided to go there on the Saturday? We only thought about it the night before so couldn't make plans to meet up, while we were there. What did you buy there? Downtown isn't great for plants, but the garden centre is always worth a visit. I must admit to forgetting about Waterside G/C, haven't been there for ages. Keith |
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Post by dirtyboots on May 3, 2007 7:28:46 GMT
Hi Keith, I think it was Wednesday when I visited Baytree GC., I will let you know next time I am planning a trip over and maybe we could meet up. ;D I bought: Houttuynia chameleon Epilobium aungustifolium Veronica beccabunga Lysimachia Punctatr variegata Rumex Sanguineus (reminds me of beetroot!) Achillea ptarmica Orontium Zantedeschia aethiopica Crowborough APonogeton Distachyus and lots of oxygenating plants !! I have loads of work to do on the veg patch and the flower borders so I'm having a couple of days catching up and having to leave the pond alone  db |
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Post by madonplants on May 3, 2007 12:02:24 GMT
Oooh, good choices. Not heard of the Epilobium, will look it up. I nearly had one of those Orontiums, but wondered if I have the right conditions, re. depth of water. Also wife said, but you could buy it online cheaper. I thought, good idea, until Rita told me it took hers three years to flower, so may go back, as they were good plants. Any left!!!? Did you like the pond inside? My kids love that with the bridge across! How long did you spend there, as it is such a big place?
Just looked epilobium up, willowherb, looks nice! Might get one myself!
Keith
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Post by Dutchy on May 3, 2007 17:29:41 GMT
Good choice but be very careful with the houttuynia.
Even the nice variegated ones can become invasive.
Maybe plant it so its roots can't escape.
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Post by dirtyboots on May 6, 2007 11:57:38 GMT
Thanks for that Duchy! Since buying the houttuynia lots of people have said the same  They will be planted into baskets so I hope they will be ok. Just had to share my news of the day; I saw a kingfisher swooping over the pond,what a sight ;D Oh and Keith I've looked at the price of the Orontium and it was only 2.95 ! It was one of just a couple that I found at Waterside. The ones at Baytree were in aquatic baskets ready to put into the water but they were about 10.00 !! Loved the pond inside, will take the grandchildren next time |
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Post by Chuckles on May 14, 2007 13:49:40 GMT
Sounds like you had a good shopping trip and got some nice plants for the pond DB. Can't fault you on the clothes and shoes, you have to sieze these opportunities  ;D This time next year that pond is going to look fab. |
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Post by dirtyboots on May 14, 2007 15:14:23 GMT
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Post by nightowl on May 14, 2007 17:33:35 GMT
That's not a pond DB, that's a LAKE!!! Or are they Bonsai trees growing round the sides? Seriously, that's a helluva project you've got going there. It's gonna be fabulous  Sorry. It IS fabulous  |
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Post by isabella on May 14, 2007 18:45:11 GMT
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Post by dirtyboots on May 14, 2007 20:17:18 GMT
Thanks nolawn and isabella, its hard work but I'm loving it, even the mud ;D
DB
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Post by Deleted on May 14, 2007 21:00:30 GMT
I was thinking of putting in a pond and after seeing your I just have to:  It looks beautiful. Well done.... |
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Post by Chuckles on May 14, 2007 23:16:04 GMT
Holiday was good thanks, 17 weeks till the next one ;D Ponds looking good DB and well worth the finger nails |
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Post by Shrubrose on Jun 12, 2007 21:23:21 GMT
Oooh db,
I have a biggish pond but not that big. Wish mine was lots bigger. It will be absolutely fantastic when you've done. It's really hard work but try to keep your eyes on a vision of the end result and that will keep you motivated. You'll get all sorts of wildlife visiting and taking up residence and it is such a joy to watch and to learn from. I found the biggest water beetle I've ever seen in mine this year - double edged sword though, because I knew it would eat the tadpoles! Cant have one without the other - pleasure and pain that is! Nature, eh - blooming marvellous and awful at the same time.
Shrub.
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Post by dirtyboots on Jun 13, 2007 16:25:45 GMT
Hi again, thought it was about time for another photo, here is one taken this morning i151.photobucket.com/albums/s130/dirtyboots_2007/DSCF0189.jpgHave spent all my spare time on the edging,no fingernails left at all. Still Im nearly there! Thanks Shrub,we are loving all the wildlife,the birds are using it lots. We have swallows swooping for the insects and pied wagtails feeding their young on the banks. Also hundreds of baby frogs, I have found big frogs under the liner, you should hear the noise at night. db |
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Post by andy on Jun 13, 2007 19:17:59 GMT
DB...that is looking fantastic....nice one
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Post by Chuckles on Jun 14, 2007 10:23:47 GMT
How amazing does that look DB it's really looking the business now. Just looked back at the first pic you posted, you have worked so hard in the last 6-7 months. Glad to hear the wildlife are appreciating it too. Just imagine this time next year it will be unrecognisable.
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Post by Shrubrose on Jun 14, 2007 20:04:37 GMT
Hello db,
It is going to be just stunning. I can imagine you spending all your time there! I would!!! Wish I could hear the frogs. Actually, wait till next Feb........I bet you'll be deafened during the mating season. Grand (not by being deafened that is!).
We had some beautifully coloured dragon flies last weekend blues and reds - darting about and laying their eggs in the water. Thought we'd lost all our taddies but there are still a few around - sprouting little legs. Haven't seen Mr (or Mrs?) Big Beetle again but I'm sure he'll turn up.
Enjoy it now, you've really earned the right to.
Shrub.
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Post by dirtyboots on Jun 21, 2007 20:44:35 GMT
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Post by Shrubrose on Jun 21, 2007 21:00:25 GMT
Another 'wow'. It's coming on for sure. Forgive the frogs. It's their way of telling you they love what you've done.
Shrub.
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Post by dirtyboots on Jun 21, 2007 21:20:22 GMT
;D Will try to remember that when I'm unable to get back to sleep!! (love them really) DB |
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Post by snowowl on Jun 22, 2007 10:31:46 GMT
Hi DB been wating for latest pic of your fantastic wildlife heavan.
It is realy coming along and you must love all the birds and things that are already in residance.
It is a great achievement and a credit to you and your OH its fun time now doing all the planting up plaese keep the pics coming.
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Post by Shrubrose on Jun 22, 2007 17:19:56 GMT
Yes please db - do keep the pics coming. We love to follow your progress.
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Post by andy on Jun 22, 2007 18:25:07 GMT
Absolutely superb DB. Do you have any fish in there yet ?
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Post by Chuckles on Jun 23, 2007 21:14:32 GMT
Looking great DB but Mmmmm that frog noise ;D you wait till they have loads of babies and more babies and ............  |
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Post by madonplants on Jun 23, 2007 21:45:01 GMT
Looking good DB. How are the plants doing you bought over here? Did they survive the journey home!?
Keith
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Post by dirtyboots on Jul 2, 2007 19:55:11 GMT
Thanks for the kind comments folks.
I'm very busy with car club runs and visitors at the moment so this is just a quick visit.
The plants are growing very well and the liner is hidden at last!!
Frogs are still in full voice, quite nice to listen to in the evening.
Now I'm thinking of the path around the pond, ideas please !!
The first thought was that there wouldn't be a path at all, but we have found that people walk around anyway.
Looking forward to having time to chat ;D
DB
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Post by dirtyboots on Jul 21, 2007 12:18:45 GMT
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Post by Shrubrose on Jul 21, 2007 12:27:47 GMT
It's coming on beautifully db.
Putting a path around it would cost a fair bit, whatever you chose to lay. What about using bark mulch? Do you shred woody plants and such? That might be a good way to recycle and get your path (bit by bit, admittedly).
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;D
I will have the bedroom window closed then! ;D
