I Tried to Build a Backyard Oasis in 1 Year, I Failed
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- Опубліковано 18 жов 2024
- Fall is officially here, which marks the end of pond season. Enjoy the final installment of the experimental six-part series on the progress and happenings at the pond. I planned to transform the entire bottom of the yard by the end of the first year, but it just wasn’t possible. I failed. Much of the initial prep work took longer than anticipated. Regardless, it’s coming together well, and I’m glad I could share this experience with you. There were so many incredible occurrences that I’ll never forget.
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Pond season 2024 is over! I thought I could've done more in a year, but this will have to do. At least the animals seemed to like what I've done so far. What do you think I should add next year? I already have some of the features lined up, but I'm open to suggestions. Enjoy and have a great weekend SerpaSquad!
I think smaller fish would be really cool to see, maybe like white cloud minnows or something similar?
You could add another pond and a river to connect the two
I really appreciate these docu style videos.
Would it help to add a couple of predatory fish to keep the goldfish population in check?
The fish I remember most from the pond at my parents' place was the golden tench. Would your pond be big enough for those?
In the warmer months, add some long fin rosy barbs, they demolish hair algae if you let them get a little hungry
STUNNINGLY AMAZING 🤩
Wish when I failed it looked like this
I guess that is what happens when you aim for the moon 😁
This dude has gotta be one of the best yt channels out there he knows what he wants and how to get it done no matter WA setbacks he faces
I thought 6:30 was for sure going to be an ad segue, but no... no it was for moss. I love this channel, brought to you by moss, of course.
"I'll remove the mint completely in the future" oh boy how id like to see you fo that! No matter what i do i can never get rid of mint completely 😂 i dont mind though, it keeps mosquitoes away well enough
You didn't fail. These things take time and time is something we cannot control
Nothing better than brewing a cup of hot coffee and watching your vids on a Saturday morning
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You have made tremendous progress! Please don't be so hard on yourself. Life happens, things get in the way, weather rolls in, and people get sick. But you also made LIFE happen: frogs, fish, plants, birds, deer, dragonflies, butterflies, and many more. You also built a deck, bench, fire place, and seating area. Well done sir, I can't wait to see what else you accomplish in the coming years
Commenting on a video is an extreme rarity for me, but I felt compelled to say that your videos show you to be a very thoughtful, smart, experienced, and compassionate person who cares deeply about nature and wildlife (as well as your captive creatures), and who always does the best he can with the information he has. I would never presume to tell you what you do or do not NEED to do. Keep on trucking. I love your videos.
We built a big pond in the middle of the sonoran desert, it's amazing how much life it brings. Raccoons, skunks, egrets, javelina, hawks, hummingbirds, dragonflies, damselflies, frogs, toads, water striders, falcons, bees, wasps, all manner of birds, etc, etc.
Don’t listen to people who have less knowledge in this (including myself) what you are doing is amazing… simply that. AMAZING 🙌🏼
Watching this series has been a real treat, and seeing how you’ve approached every aspect of the oasis from the pond to the cow birds to the mating frogs, you’ve handled it all expertly and we appreciate your work and content 🙏🏼
The best part about this was the slow progression which I enjoyed as a new episode of a show that I was eagerly waiting for. When you upload an entire video all at once sure that’s cool and it’s awesome to see but it almost doesn’t make it personable. You’re a one man show and you introduced thousands of critters by YOURSELF….that alone my friend is success no matter what you’re trying to achieve and I can’t wait until the next one! 🙌
I'm also really glad we got to see this in stages in addition to the longer format version.
LOVE LOVE LOVE your backyard Tanner!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your oasis is AMAZING and I'm so blessed that you shared with all of us!! I cannot wait for the next video! As to the complainers, there are always negative people, please do not let them get to you. You know what you want and you have the intelligence and know-how to do it. So do it. Thank you SerpaDesign for everything you do!!
I didn’t expect to see Tanner Serpa hit his limit! It often seems like there isn’t one. This series has been a true joy, and I’m really glad it will continue next season. Thank you Tanner, for your content and your honesty. Videos like this where you don’t build anything but just observe nature’s response to what you’ve built … Thank you for them, too.
That is your space. There is no one better than you who creates such natural and beautiful habitats, inside and outside the home. We love your journey creating those spaces, so please keep doing what you do.
Better to take your time. The salamanders might not have had their own space if you'd finished earlier.
Your pond videos are always my favourite. 💚
be careful with the mint! It went *insanely* wild in a yard of a house I was renting, it can be intensively invasive. Thank you for another great video, I love seeing the progress on this.
Thank you for your perspective that going slowly gives you opportunities to learn from the process. It's a good metaphor for life.
Dude! This is NOT a fail! To fail would be giving up. You're still in the process. You're learning for the future, and to learn is the complete opposite of failure!
All your videos bring me a sense of peace but these pond videos especially so. Youve created a beautiful piece of nature.
I love that it has all evolved over time. The fact that you have so many diverse creatures visiting and living in and around your creation says it all. Everyone will have opinions but not necessarily the knowledge of how complex this all was/is to create. I, for one, appreciate everything you do and upload to your channel, a big heartfelt thank you from Australia ❤
Your back yard has evolved beautifully. Take your time and make it your own. I love your videos. Thanks
You do amazing work and inspire me regularly…. People that don’t understand nature will always criticize. I’ve never seen you be careless and the animals are always your biggest concern. Keep doing you!
Tanner thanks again for sharing this journey. Looking forward to seeing your videos about the salamander Habitat and everything else you have planned.
Dont be hard on yourself! I am just happy to see everything and this is a promise for eventual new content
I was getting anxious with a bad stomach ache, good to see a new upload just in time. That's how I got into your videos anyway, it helps with my panic and anxiety attacks. Thank you so much for bringing tranquillity and knowledge to my life.
Try small projects, nature brings peace. It's the same for me 🛐
Tanner inspired me to make a small moss terrarium of my own and looking at it is incredibly relaxing too. Definitely recommend giving it a try. Even something as simple as a mason jar terrarium is a good starting point. Can make it in an afternoon and you have a lifetime of watching life grow in a jar.
@@Cyberdragunz I also made one. After countless videos I learned a few things and it actually looks pretty neat!
@@saadkhatri1129 I live in the middle of the forest for that reason. Love to tinker around the house.
@@ERROR_A23 legend 💀🗿 bro you're living my dream life. Though I would still keep a gaming setup.
Your thinking makes me so happy! You always think what is best for the animals and are rethinking your building with the red salamanders in mind. My sister has got a few ponds going in the woods we inherited in Scotland and the frogs who seemed to live in this swampy area behind the stables now have places with deeper water to go and we have newts there too, she's planted it with indigenous plants to encourage insect life and The frogs and newts really seem to love what she's doing, I dont think either of us know anything about fish so we havent tried to introduce any yet, the insects and amphibians are the main tenants of the ponds and doubtless dragonflies and damsel flies are using the water to lay their eggs too. The woodland has, over the last 10-15 years rewilded pretty well there was a lot (200 hectares) of replanting with indigenous broadleaf trees and at first we had problems with deer eating the little trees but as time has passed and the trees are bigger now, we have seen pine martens in the woods and we always hope for red squirrels and wildcats but hopefully that will happen in the future. We have the usual stoats and weasels, rabbits, hares, foxes and there are cats but I would imagine theyre feral as opposed to actual Scottish Wildcats. We still have deer but they arent so problematic now and even though they are attracted by our horses hay in winter we don't really grudge them a bit of hay. I love your videos, both inside and outdoors as you really get into the healthiest environments for your living creatures, no matter what kind they are and I feel I learn something every time! Keep on doing you Tanner, your videos are a pleasure to watch!
Thanks for sharing your pond. It can bring joy even if we can't appreciate it in person.
And what you did accomplish in a year, together with all other projects is a lot as it is. Making a small oasis for nature in your backyard is no small feat.
Looking forward to see how the pond evolves and other projects in future builds.
Tanner never ever have I seen such a beautiful and inspiring “failure” as you call it. The oasis is gorgeous. Keep up the great cinematic work it’s pure joy to watch 🫶🏽
Man, you leave in paradise, appreciate it.
I'm already excited for the next pond season. In the meantime, maybe your oasis could use an insects hotel or two. Especially now when hibernation is around the corner.
Don’t feel bad about it not meeting your vision in the time you thought it would take. I’ve found the true magic is allowing things to unfold in their own way on their own time. Also I’ve always found my vision for a project diverging when I get into it because we’re not meant to see the whole picture up front. Your channel has inspired me to make my own tiny pond in the backyard of my townhome.
Be proud of everything you've created. It's beautiful! Take time to enjoy it also. Home ownership is long, life is long. None of these creations have a deadline. Thank you for sharing!
I greatly enjoyed the episodic nature of your storytelling. I hope you continue it as you develop more of this gorgeous ecosystem.
Absolutely beautiful!
The deck looks awesome
I absolutely love your videos, Tanner! See you in three weeks.
Tanner this series has been incredible and very definitely NOT a fail! I've looked forwards to every episode and I seriously can't wait to see what you do next with your already gorgeous yard!!!❤❤❤
I have to say I think what if you have accomplished so far is very well worth the effort! I am very much looking forward to seeing future developments.
Absolutely gorgeous! Your definition of not done is interesting. I am excited to see what done looks like!
it looks sooo amazing.. can't imagine how beautiful it'll be when all the surrounding plants grow up. Great job man 🤗🤗
Awesome content as usual, thank you! I'm so jealous of your place, be proud and don't be bothered that it wasn't done in 1 year, you haven't failed anyone! :)
Your backyard looks AMAZING 🎉🎉🎉 I know you have much more planned and look forward to following along😊 You have accomplished so much in a year. I ❤ ponds
But I loved this as a series so much ❤
i love this series
i only found your channel maybe a week ago - this pond series being what drew me in, i was very excited to see its final installment put up tonight! felt like i came at a very convenient time lol. that said i can’t wait to see what it will look like another year from now, and i’ll definitely be enjoying your other content in the meantime. so glad to have found this!
So beautiful. Can't w8 till u finish, I enjoyed this video. Keep up the good work, the animals, and the critters will love u 4 it. ❤🎉😊
It looks amazing. I revisit your page to bask in the serenity of what you created
such an amazing build
I recommend adding some elements of a food forest! Adding some areas to the yard that aren't just for sustaining wildlife, but also for sustaining you! (Also giving a bearded dragon fresh veggies that you grew is one of the best feelings.)
The tiny baby toad on your hand the size of a penny is soooooo cute!🥰
Truly magnificent. 😎👍
I grew mint this spring/summer from a starter plant from Home Depot and had to repot it three times because it grew so silly so fast.
I recommend a nice big planter if you attempt it again. Maybe even something in-ground like on of the pond tubs you have, or even a kiddie pool. That way it doesn't feel out of place by being in a big pot, but the roots and plant can still be contained to where you want it to stay.
Its been so amazing to watch this series progress
I love this channel so much
Fair point about those birds. It's harsh to see but nature has always managed to keep things in balance without us.
The pond turned out beautifully!
Also I agree it was the right decision to leave the egg alone. Nature is tough but we have to let it run its course
We change nature's course continually with basically everything we do. Of course he has the right to make the choice he did but if it were me I would have considered it one more good reason God made pellet guns
Thank you Tanner. 🎃🍁💚🙃
That's the best fail, ever! ❤ GREAT JOB!!
I did something a little different to my porch swing area. Spaced the pavers 3" and planted creeping thyme, oregano and sage. Biting insects aren't fond of strong odors. Will see how they handle their first 🇨🇦 winter. In hindsight, sage does not appreciate being crushed and grows quite tall, so I'll try planting at the sides of the swing.
Thanks for all your inspiration! The pond in my yard is 10+ years old and has grown from 300 to 2100+Gal 😅 this is hobby is too much❤🐦🐦⬛🦋🐛🐝🐞🦗🪲🕷️🐟
thank you! looks amazing 👍🏾
The fall trees are so beautiful 😻
Amazing and truly inspiring.
lol i've never seen such good shots on tadpole faces, they're so cute
you FAILED???! shut man. this is the most beautiful creative pond anyone has ever seen and you’re not even done. stop beating urself down man this is amazing
I truly hope, I get the opportunity to install such an amazing feature in my yard some day soon ❤
It may not be finished yet, but it already looks beautiful 😮
Excellent video and incredible build!
and this, my friends, is what I could describe as a solarpunk garden. Human providing habitats for wildlife, living in harmony with them
loving ur work..keep doing it
I love the work you've done and the and the video content you produce. It is very much needed and appreciated. I long to be creative.
I mean... this pond is awesome ❤ I wouldn't qualify it as a fail 😊
Frederick Law Olmsted would be impressed. 🤗
Its still look good
Nice vid. Your property is certainly coming along!
Why can’t people just keep their opinions to themselves. No need to be rude and judgmental.
You keep doing you mate. Love how it looks ❤
I think you're fabulous!
i love the videos keep it up
Love it!
Mother Nature/evolution doesn’t care about human emotions. Although it was sad to see what happened with the bird eggs, that’s the way nature goes and it’s not our place to interfere. Your yard/haven is looking gorgeous!!
amazing!!
best vid tysm serpadesign
Who those not like serpadesighn? Nobody!
Make a green house in the back yard that would be dope
I like it. I think your failure is really a win bc a bunch of animals are enjoying what you have accomplished. I wouldn't worry about jealous people. Let them complain.
I like this, it must be so nice to have it to sit and look at in all seasons. Do you have a covered space you can sit in in the rain or cold? When I was a teen, I used to sit on a rocking chair on a patio and watch thunderstorms roll over.
In tanner we trust!
FINALLY, THE SALAMANDERS HAVE A HOME SOON!!!!
When will we get a video of that winter garden??👀👀
It would be cool to put leds along the bottom of the deck to provide under glow at night.
Oh i didnt realize bullfrogs were native to america. I just know theyre a huge invasive problem where I live in Washinton. If theyre native where you live then theres really no problem
Dang bro’s backyard lookin better than my house 😭❤️😭
This is a random idea but I suggest you to make a watchtower with the wooden medieval theme idk
You did not fail, it's still an oasis, just smaller than you originally thought it would be by now. How do you look at everything you've done so far and think: "ah, yes, a failure" it is by no means a failure
Stating you failed is overly harsh ;) Its more like; a slight miscalculation in timeframe.
Flora has clearly taken root and the variety of fauna it attracts makes it a big succes imo 👍
You should add native fish species like chub, killifish, and dace
He said in other words mind ya bidness 😅 internet experts are hilarious
The goldfish being caused by irresponsible people is not true. Many would consider your pond as irresponsible, as if a bird grabbed a goldfish and then lost it, or if there was a flood, etc, those goldfish could very easily make their way into the water system and into lakes and ponds. Unless you have no street drains, rivers, lakes, ponds, etc, within a large area around you, then the goldfish can still get into the ecosystem and wreak havoc
Will you add a wetland area?
Can the various types of frogs and toads clash with one another or do they co-exist completely fine?