DIY Floating Planters for my Backyard Pond

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  • čas přidán 19. 07. 2018
  • Using items around the house, I made some floating baskets, islands and containers to keep my aquatic plant roots in tack so my Koi cannot snack on them, I was also able to contain my floating plants and keep them from going into the skimmer and clogging up the works.

Komentáře • 117

  • @shavinmccrotch9435
    @shavinmccrotch9435 Před 4 lety +12

    HA! 8 seconds in and I like her already. She’s like a happy hippie with a Jamie Lee Curtis smile. 😄

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 4 lety +3

      this is the best comment I ever got! thank you

  • @soppingwetburgers6493
    @soppingwetburgers6493 Před 5 lety +11

    Finally someone who's informative and actually shows everything instead of cutting out everything

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 5 lety +1

      Garlic Burger thank you! I appreciate it

  • @coleenburris6816
    @coleenburris6816 Před 5 lety +5

    I like the planter basket with pool noole pieces.

  • @kajalsingh9554
    @kajalsingh9554 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you for these ideas. I have been scratching my head on how to keep the plants afloat in my pond.

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 2 lety +2

      Just don’t put a turtle in the pond, mine use them as basking areas hahahha

  • @BigSmokeSteve
    @BigSmokeSteve Před 3 lety +1

    Fresh water Friday yes can't wait to see them💯👍

  • @deborahpage9910
    @deborahpage9910 Před rokem +1

    Great ideas you have given us! Your pond is absolutely Beautiful! I love all your ideas! We have a small one, Sun is on it most of time so you know how hard it is to have clear water! We have a few plants but I love your and just not knowing what kind of plants to use. Thanks to you I know a whole lot more now! And how to keep them afloat. You’re amazing and so much TALENT!! Thank you for sharing. I love all the noodle ideas!

  • @halcobb1627
    @halcobb1627 Před 3 lety +3

    Use pipe insulation. It's already slit to slip over the pipe, is black and has self-adhesive strips so you don't need zip ties. And....you only need two sides of the pot, not 4.

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 3 lety +1

      Great idea, I will use that in the spring

  • @tjohnson6629
    @tjohnson6629 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you! I fasten mine with fishing line.

  • @shelleyhendershot267
    @shelleyhendershot267 Před 2 lety +1

    Sue- you have inspired me! This is what I have always dreamed of having in my backyard. Wish I still lived nearby so I could come see it in person..., Well done!!! You have done a beautiful job.

  • @_Lightning_Dog_
    @_Lightning_Dog_ Před 5 lety +3

    These ideas you are showing really have me thinking of what I can do in my pond.

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 5 lety +2

      Please let me know what you come up with, I love trying new things!!

  • @mikehowell9053
    @mikehowell9053 Před 3 lety +2

    Awesome ideas . Love your pond

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 3 lety +1

      Glad you like them! they are so relaxing

  • @thegiftlady1
    @thegiftlady1 Před 4 lety +2

    LOVE YOUR POND & IDEAS!!!

  • @SuperXrunner
    @SuperXrunner Před 5 lety +3

    Very smart

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 5 lety

      SuperXrunner this is the second year using them too! Thank you

  • @keishabarajas9020
    @keishabarajas9020 Před 4 lety +3

    You just saved my pond. Did a pond on the whim and bought pond plants and couldn't figure out how to make them float since I bought the plants and no planters. Thank you so much

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 3 lety +2

      I am working on floating islands this year

  • @NYGOLD
    @NYGOLD Před 6 lety +3

    Awesome work. I agree with you taking the time to cover the different colors. I dig the shirt, it's nice to see someone showing some love. Peace

  • @dgillette1
    @dgillette1 Před 27 dny +1

    This is great!

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 27 dny +1

      Thanks

    • @cindyhmcdaniel4977
      @cindyhmcdaniel4977 Před 19 dny +1

      Yes, these ideas are super. I’ve watched this 5-6 times. I make these too

    • @cindyhmcdaniel4977
      @cindyhmcdaniel4977 Před 19 dny

      Hi Suzy, your video popped up today, I’m watching again. I have made a few baskets, 4 water lily protectors, a long poolside hyacinth float. I liked seeing you giant pennywort. I have some in the bog. Was going to toss them. But can add to a basket. It’s been getting hotter here south LA already. I need to vacuum the pool so badly. Just putting it off with humidity & mosquitoes. I need to move the lily/ net protectors to fertilize and rearrange things. I hope you are doing well ! Cindy

  • @nolanacheson7005
    @nolanacheson7005 Před 4 lety +2

    Black flexible irragation pipe works also. Make into any size hoop you want, and connect with an air tight coupler.....

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 4 lety +1

      Where do you find this? It wasn’t in my local home depot

  • @HeatherNielsenScarletAquatics

    Great idea! I love how creative you are!

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 6 lety +1

      Heather Nielsen - Scarlet Aquatics thank you Heather

  • @melissaafkrichardson9204
    @melissaafkrichardson9204 Před 4 lety +2

    So many different great ideas! Love the pond :D

  • @josiereyna864
    @josiereyna864 Před 3 lety +2

    Absolutely love your pond! This is a great inspiration I really would like to make a pond like this for my house!

  • @laceytopmiller794
    @laceytopmiller794 Před 5 lety +2

    Very cool Suzie..can't believe I missed this video

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 5 lety +2

      Lacey's place I am going to be making many more this year, I tied some together and it made like floating islands. These worked great for the actual marginals. I am sticking to the hoolohoop for the hyacinths and water lettuce

    • @laceytopmiller794
      @laceytopmiller794 Před 5 lety +1

      @@QueAquatics i can't wait to see what all you come up with..right now I am trying to create filters for my pind for the 2 pumps I have, without cutting the liner...originally I was going to make a diy skimmer and filter and just burry the pipe..but I've decided not to cut the liner for a skimmer..any ideas ..all I've got is different size plastic totes with lids

  • @lindadoss6521
    @lindadoss6521 Před 5 lety +2

    lol i've enlarged mine 3 times...love your ideas

  • @prolificbreedaquatics
    @prolificbreedaquatics Před 6 lety +3

    Cool idea and I love your pond!

  • @bsktaddct
    @bsktaddct Před 5 lety +2

    Damn! You are inventive. That was awesome. Thanks for sharing.

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 5 lety +1

      thanks! and they are very useful as well!!

  • @davidsfishtanks9347
    @davidsfishtanks9347 Před 6 lety +2

    Great update every things looking nice ! !

  • @brookspa94
    @brookspa94 Před 5 lety +4

    So SMART & budget friendly! Thank You!

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 5 lety +1

      AmyLee Brooks and they were kinda fun to make

  • @marcinsiwek905
    @marcinsiwek905 Před 6 lety +2

    Great pond, and a nice idea.. very good project!

  • @prettypothos4me290
    @prettypothos4me290 Před 5 lety +2

    Pretty pond!

  • @ClaraHoganx
    @ClaraHoganx Před 6 lety +3

    Looka great 😁 super video 🤗

  • @roundedrob1483
    @roundedrob1483 Před 5 lety +2

    Your backyard is amazing love all the ponds I'm part of your Channel, Love it.

  • @cherylweso
    @cherylweso Před rokem +1

    If you buy the pipe insulation from your home store it comes in black in two different sizes. One side has a cut in it already.

  • @AquariumCop
    @AquariumCop Před 6 lety +11

    Weed blocker material is awesome , can use it for so many things!! 👍☑

    • @AquariumCop
      @AquariumCop Před 6 lety +3

      zip ties on of the best inventions for water , and Velcro for none water!!!

    • @AquariumCop
      @AquariumCop Před 6 lety +3

      love your green braclets lol!!!!

    • @AquariumCop
      @AquariumCop Před 6 lety +3

      #SuzyMotherNature!

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 6 lety +1

      Hahaha you are too funny

  • @beatricemendez109
    @beatricemendez109 Před 3 lety +1

    I'm using pipe insulation on my baskets. Same material as pool noodles, already a dark grey color so no need to cover it up.

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 2 lety +1

      I think I like the dark gray better

  • @ACAquatics
    @ACAquatics Před 6 lety +3

    Great ideas! It's awesome how inventive we become in this hobby. Thanks for sharing and as always do what you do if it works for you.

  • @sparky81181
    @sparky81181 Před 5 lety +2

    Lol I subbed within a few seconds that intro was great.

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 5 lety +2

      TheNuttyMechanic thank you so much !!!

  • @MrWiskin
    @MrWiskin Před 5 lety +1

    You are so Brave, I mean there is Caitlyn Jenner but you are rocking it for real!

  • @soficar1000
    @soficar1000 Před rokem +1

    omg my dream pond!

  • @ukcat1066
    @ukcat1066 Před 5 lety +1

    love this and your pond, I am gonna need a bigger pond xxx

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 5 lety +2

      +Catherine McGregor I understand this thought process perfectly , hahaha thank you

    • @ukcat1066
      @ukcat1066 Před 5 lety +1

      @@QueAquatics very inspired to make my own after viewing your video xx

  • @spoiledfish6643
    @spoiledfish6643 Před 6 lety +3

    Sweet idea. Just subbed. Aquarium Cop recommended your channel

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 6 lety +1

      SPOILED FISH thank you! Isn’t Cop awesome!!

  • @aquarialife8418
    @aquarialife8418 Před 3 lety +2

    You could spray your blue foam pads with non-toxic Krylon Black Spray Paint that Tanner Sherpa uses from Serpa Design. 💕

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 2 lety +2

      What a great idea! Thanks for the tip

  • @FishmanEricRussell
    @FishmanEricRussell Před 6 lety +5

    Hey Suzy Q. You know me and DIY, I love it. MUST use zip ties. Great Job and the pond is looking awesome.

  • @AquaApprentice
    @AquaApprentice Před 6 lety +10

    I like your creativity. Would it be easier to just put a ring by the skimmer to keep plants out? Also you have a beautiful pond.

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 6 lety +3

      Aqua Apprentice hahaha that is a great idea. I might try that as well, thank you for the idea

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 5 lety +1

      I am doing it this way for this season, thanks for the idea!!

  • @carlawilson5329
    @carlawilson5329 Před 4 lety +2

    I like your ideas, one caution, fishing line almost cut my KOI in half. He survived because we caught it in time. Just a watch out.

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 4 lety +1

      Oh my!! thanks for the warning. I am not going to use that anymore. Its not worth it

  • @pinayjunglehome4737
    @pinayjunglehome4737 Před 3 lety +2

    love it! I am trying to figuring out mine how to arrange my pond plantsbcoz right now my turtles keep ruing them

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 2 lety +2

      My turtles destroy all thing plants and lay on all things floating

    • @pinayjunglehome4737
      @pinayjunglehome4737 Před 2 lety +2

      @@QueAquatics poor plants.mine are all gone except my Taro bcoz it was not easy for them to ruined it,

  • @debcobern312
    @debcobern312 Před 5 lety +2

    You have a definite eye for design. Are you a professional landscape designer? Love it!

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 5 lety +1

      Deb Cobern thank you so much! No, I work in an HR office

  • @christinenicksgarcia4746
    @christinenicksgarcia4746 Před měsícem

    Thank you for helping me out with this project! How do you keep your pond water so clear? My pond is under full sun, I have a skimmer and waterfall with a pump rated for over 1000gph, 2 aerators, water hyacinths, lilies and water lettuce but my pond is still green due to algae bloom.

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před měsícem

      I wasnt sure how either until I found this: czcams.com/video/SZFvtnVuItc/video.html

  • @sdqsdq6274
    @sdqsdq6274 Před 2 lety +2

    whats that blue thing called ?

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 2 lety +1

      It is a pool noodle. So far I have found them to last 3-4 seasons, I just had to keep tightening the zip tie

  • @timothyHaas
    @timothyHaas Před 5 lety +2

    What plants do you have in there please?

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 5 lety +2

      Timothy Haas I used giant Pennywort in one of them, I put the invasive hyacinth in the hoops, my deep basket I used a tropical Lilly. But in my pond there is two kinds of rush, irises, cannas and so many more. I also used
      Water lettuce

  • @bjparker92
    @bjparker92 Před rokem +1

    What media was that you used?

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před rokem

      The garden material
      Used to block weeds

  • @thirstyrabbittanks2u191
    @thirstyrabbittanks2u191 Před 5 lety +1

    Did they work

    • @QueAquatics
      @QueAquatics  Před 5 lety +1

      ThirstyRabbit Tanks2U yes they did! And the koi couldn’t eat them too

  • @BwizzleAquatics
    @BwizzleAquatics Před 2 lety +2

    Hello

  • @pghphyl
    @pghphyl Před 2 lety

    paint noodles w/water base paing