Small ponds can be impressive as long as they are done right, and size should not be a constraint in designing a pond! Today's guest is Larry Carnes from Reflections Water Gardens. Larry shares his industry experience building both large-scale and small-scale ponds over the years.
In this episode, we talk about…
Larry's background in design and art and how he got into water features
Challenges and opportunities in the pond industry
The importance of total design and getting creative with smaller projects
How Larry's rebellious attitude has influenced his approach to running his business
Understanding the biology of fish and providing a good habitat for the fish to thrive
The factors necessary for a good pond environment
Meeting the client's needs and preferences in landscaping rather than imposing your style
The blessing and curse of having a full-time crew
Creating a culture within the company, teaching and training employees, and setting standards for the team to follow
The difficulties of transitioning from a tradesperson to an entrepreneur
Larry's approach to incorporating wood into projects involving small ponds
The challenge of balancing client expectations and project budgets
Larry's experience as a judge in a waterfall competition
Mentioned
Reflections Water Gardens Website
Reflections Water Gardens on IG
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Links to resources:
The Pond Digger - https://theponddigger.com/
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