the client had an "activist" neighbour who's inputs kept it from being what we wanted to do/see, but so it goes. We did that neighbour's ponds also, so I certainly can't complain as I created that 'monster" and it's always good fun to run ideas with him
Those irid.sharks at a good 14" long now & soon to overgown, but meantime quite stellar. while the lotus has finally sprouted in the upper tank. We're contemplating adding clownloach, but I kind'a love the mystery snails & how clean they're keeping it. Ah, the trades...