Pond care, plants & talks

Water gardens that bloom.

From your first pot of lotus to an established waterlily pond, I'll help you choose, grow and care for your plants. Explore pond consultation, planting and maintenance, starter kits with personal guidance, and talks and workshops in English or Mandarin.

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After. A pond in Sentosa — A pond in Sentosa

Pond consultation

Lots of leaves and hardly any flowers? Share photos of your pond or plants, and I'll help you understand what might be holding them back.

Plant health and suitable varieties for your space
Potting methods and when to repot
Fertilising: what, when and how much
Sunlight, water conditions, pests and keeping plants with fish

Not sure where to start? Send me photos or a short video on WhatsApp, along with your pond's size, depth and hours of direct sunlight. I'm happy to offer some initial advice for free.

Ask about your pond

Pond revival & care

At the ArtScience Museum, Marina Bay Sands, one section of the waterlily pond had struggled for years to produce consistent blooms and healthy leaves. Adding more plants had not resolved the problem.

I guided their gardening team in transplanting waterlilies from another section of the pond and taught them how to care for the plants. Within six weeks, the area was transformed—with no new plants purchased.

I help revive struggling ponds and maintain healthy ones in homes, condominiums and public gardens. From repotting and fertilising to managing lotus growth cycles, I provide practical care and share the knowledge needed to keep your water garden flourishing.

After planting or revival, ongoing maintenance can be arranged to keep your pond healthy and flowering.

New water gardens

Turn an empty pond or a few pots into a blooming lotus and waterlily garden. I help you choose suitable varieties for your space and sunlight, handle the planting, and guide you in caring for them as they establish.

Whether you're creating a small water garden at home or planting a larger pond, I'll help you get started with suitable pots, soil and plant placement. If you already have fish, we'll take them into account when planning the planting.

After planting, ongoing maintenance can be arranged to keep your pond healthy and flowering.

Let's plan your water garden

Plants & mentoring

Start your own lotus or waterlily garden with plants grown in my garden and personal guidance from me. I'll help you choose a suitable variety for your space, sunlight and experience.

New to growing? My lotus starter kits include a pot, prepared soil and a tuber, with a planting demonstration to help you get started. Mature lotus and waterlily plants are also available.

Six months of follow-up guidance is included with your purchase. Send me photos and questions on WhatsApp, and I'll guide you through caring for your plant, from feeding and growth stages to knowing when to repot.

I want you to enjoy growing your plant and feel confident caring for it.

Ask about plants & starter kits

Talks & workshops

Discover the beauty, cultural stories and growing secrets of lotus and waterlilies through talks in English or Mandarin and hands-on workshops. From an introduction for beginners to practical training for gardening teams, I tailor each session to your audience. Topics include:

Telling lotus and waterlilies apart
Their colours, varieties and fascinating life cycles
The lotus in culture, art and everyday life
Practical planting and care techniques

I've shared my experience at Singapore's public libraries, Gardens by the Bay, Nanyang Technological University and the 40th China Lotus Exhibition & Conference. I'm also listed in the International Waterlily & Water Gardening Society's Speakers' Bureau.

Planning a session for your school, company or community group? Let's discuss what would suit your audience.

Enquire about a talk or workshop

Visit my garden in Simpang Bedok

You're welcome to visit my lotus and waterlily garden. Visits are free, by registration only. Mornings are best—that's when the blooms are at their most beautiful.

New to growing? I'll introduce you to the basics of growing lotus and waterlilies.
Facing challenges? Bring your questions and photos, and I'll help you understand what your plants need.
Ready to start? Starter kits and mature plants are available to purchase, with six months of plant-care guidance from me.

The address will be shared once your visit is confirmed.

Arrange a free garden visit

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Based in Simpang Bedok. Visit my home garden and I'll give you a 101 on growing lotus and waterlilies.

Good questions

Before you ask.

Can I grow lotus in an HDB flat?

Yes, if you have a suitable space with at least four hours of direct sunlight a day. Tell me about your space and I'll help you choose a suitable variety and pot.

How do I prevent mosquitoes breeding in my pots?

Check your pots regularly for mosquito larvae. Suitable small fish or a mosquito larvicide such as Bti, used according to its label, can help—I'll guide you on an approach suited to your setup.

My lotus has stopped flowering. Is it dying?

Not necessarily—it may be approaching the end of its growth cycle, but growing conditions also matter. Send me photos so I can help you assess the plant before deciding whether it needs repotting or a change in care.

What size pot should I use?

The right pot depends on the variety and your available space. For beginners, I recommend a suitably roomy pot rather than the smallest possible container.

How do I get advice or a quote?

Send me photos or a short video, along with your pond or pot size and hours of direct sunlight, for free initial advice. Planting and revival work is quoted according to the setup and scope required.

Do you work with condominium and public ponds?

Yes, I help with water gardens in homes, condominiums, schools and public spaces. My work includes planting, revival and practical guidance for gardening teams.

What comes with a starter kit, and will I receive guidance?

My lotus starter kits include a pot, prepared soil, a tuber and a planting demonstration. Starter kits and mature plants come with six months of plant-care guidance through WhatsApp.

Can you maintain my pond after planting or revival?

Yes, ongoing maintenance can be arranged after I've planted or revived your pond. We'll agree on a suitable care arrangement based on its needs.

Can you tailor a talk or workshop for my group?

Yes, sessions can be tailored to beginners, gardening enthusiasts or professional teams, in English or Mandarin. Share your audience, group size and preferred duration, and we can discuss a suitable format.