{"product_id":"lotus-pond-bowl-pot","title":"Lotus Pond Bowl Pot","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.375rem] font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Lotus Pond Bowl — Wide Whitewash Ceramic Water Garden Bowl | D82cm × H55cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Backyard Pond. Without the Backyard.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMost people think a water garden requires a large yard, an excavator, and a landscape budget to match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Lotus Pond Bowl changes that entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003eself-contained ceramic water garden\u003c\/strong\u003e — 82cm wide, 55cm tall, with a generous 65cm open top — that you fill with water, drop in a few aquatic plants, and instantly have a tranquil, beautiful water feature anywhere you choose to place it. On a terrace. In a courtyard. Beside a front door. On a balcony. Anywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNo digging. No liner. No pump required. Just water, plants, and one of the most beautiful ceramic bowls in the Atlantis range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis is genuinely one of the most versatile products we carry — it works equally well as a \u003cstrong\u003ewater garden\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003eplanter for large aquatic plants\u003c\/strong\u003e, or a \u003cstrong\u003edecorative wide-bowl planter\u003c\/strong\u003e for drought-tolerant specimens. Three uses. One beautiful bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Water. Designed to Last.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eUnlike regular pots that can be adapted for water use, the Lotus Pond Bowl is \u003cstrong\u003epurpose-built\u003c\/strong\u003e for it. The Atlantis range is specifically rated as suitable for flowing water features — the ceramic construction holds water without leaking, and the finish is designed to weather beautifully in wet conditions year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e95kg and 156 litres of water capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is a serious, permanent water feature. Once filled and planted, it sits with absolute stability — heavy enough that wind, pets, and passers-by aren't a concern. Yet the wide, low profile keeps it grounded and safe, with no tall, tipping risk that upright jars can sometimes present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIt is also \u003cstrong\u003efrost resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e — suitable for all Australian climates including the cooler southern states.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 65cm Wide Opening — Room for a Real Water Garden\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e65cm wide opening\u003c\/strong\u003e is what makes the Lotus Pond Bowl so effective as a water garden. That's nearly two-thirds of a metre of open water surface — enough to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e✔ Grow a full lotus or water lily with room to spread\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e✔ Host a collection of smaller aquatic plants at different depths\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e✔ Keep a small group of fish if desired \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e✔ Layer marginal plants around the edges with a feature plant at the centre\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e✔ Create a genuinely lush, layered aquatic display that looks like a garden in miniature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA 65cm water surface also catches light beautifully — reflecting sky and surroundings in a way that adds depth and movement to any outdoor space, even on a still day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow, Wide, and Completely at Home Outdoors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAt just \u003cstrong\u003e55cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Lotus Pond Bowl sits low to the ground. It doesn't try to reach skyward like the Roman or Kos Jars — it spreads out, settles in, and becomes part of the landscape around it. The wide, generous proportions give it a calm, grounded presence that suits the peacefulness of a water garden perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe 82cm diameter makes it a genuinely substantial piece — wide enough to read as a real feature from across a garden, compact enough to fit comfortably on most terraces and courtyards without dominating the space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Whitewash Glaze — Extraordinary Around Water\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Atlantis crusty whitewash glaze — ranging from \u003cstrong\u003epale chalk white to warm toasted tones with occasional hints of turquoise\u003c\/strong\u003e — is arguably at its most beautiful around water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe pale tones reflect the sky and surrounding greenery. The hints of turquoise echo the colour of water itself. The encrusted, sea-salvaged texture looks completely natural beside a pond — as if the bowl itself was once part of the ocean floor, brought up and repurposed as a garden water feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBecause every Lotus Pond Bowl is hand-made, no two pieces look identical. The distribution of tones, the texture of the glaze, the appearance of turquoise — all of it varies naturally. You are buying a one-of-a-kind piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: Dimensions are approximate as each bowl is hand-made. Slight surface shedding when first unwrapped is normal and does not affect quality or water-holding ability.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree Ways to Use It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs a Water Garden\u003c\/strong\u003e Fill with water, add a few aquatic baskets with your choice of plants, and let nature do the rest. A lotus or water lily as the centrepiece, marginal plants like papyrus or water iris around the edges, and a scattering of water snails to keep algae in check. A complete, self-contained water ecosystem in a single ceramic bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs an Aquatic Plant Display\u003c\/strong\u003e Don't want open water? Fill with shallow soil or gravel and use the wide bowl for a bold display of water-loving plants — papyrus, Louisiana iris, or large-leafed tropicals that love moisture at the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs a Wide Bowl Planter\u003c\/strong\u003e For a purely dry use, the 65cm opening and 156L volume make the Lotus Pond Bowl one of the most generous open bowl planters available. Fill with succulents, agaves, bromeliads, or a lush mixed tropical display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Grow In It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor a water garden:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eLotus\u003c\/strong\u003e — the namesake plant, spectacular in bloom and perfectly suited to a wide shallow bowl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eWater lilies\u003c\/strong\u003e — floating leaves and summer flowers, classic and beautiful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003ePapyrus\u003c\/strong\u003e — tall and architectural, creates instant drama at the back of the bowl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eWater iris\u003c\/strong\u003e — elegant flowers and upright foliage, grows happily in shallow water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eWater lettuce and water hyacinth\u003c\/strong\u003e — floating plants that keep the water clear and oxygenated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eSmall fish\u003c\/strong\u003e — goldfish or native gudgeons if the bowl is in a shaded or partially shaded position\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor a dry planter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eSucculents and cacti\u003c\/strong\u003e — the wide shallow bowl suits shallow-rooted drought lovers perfectly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eAgaves and aloes\u003c\/strong\u003e — dramatic and architectural, striking against the whitewash finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eBromeliads\u003c\/strong\u003e — colourful and low maintenance, perfect for a mixed display\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone who wants a water garden without major landscaping\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is the simplest path to a beautiful water feature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCourtyard and terrace owners\u003c\/strong\u003e — a self-contained pond that fits comfortably in even a small outdoor space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalcony gardeners\u003c\/strong\u003e — at 95kg it's weighty but manageable on a structurally sound balcony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHotels, resorts, and spas\u003c\/strong\u003e — a ceramic pond bowl creates instant atmosphere in hospitality outdoor areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquatic plant enthusiasts\u003c\/strong\u003e — finally a ceramic vessel purpose-built for lotus and water lily growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHomeowners who want something completely different\u003c\/strong\u003e — nothing else in a standard garden centre looks or functions like this\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"ml-2 border-l-4 border-border-300\/10 pl-4 text-text-300\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Every garden benefits from water. The Lotus Pond Bowl is the easiest way to bring it in.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e82 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e55 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpening Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e65 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e55 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Volume\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e156 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e95 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAtlantis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e6401AD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlaze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCrusty whitewash — whitish to toasted tones, occasional turquoise hints\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrost Resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Feature Suitable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eYes — purpose-built for water garden use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater garden bowl \/ wide planter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOutdoor \u0026amp; Indoor \/ Residential \u0026amp; Commercial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eClean with mild soapy water and a soft bristle brush or cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals and abrasives, which can damage the surface glaze. For water garden use, partial water changes every few weeks will keep the water clear and healthy for plants and fish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kellock Pots \u0026 Planters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51732122829111,"sku":"6401AD","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/8929\/6439\/files\/LotusPondBowlPotfrontview.jpg?v=1772260833","url":"https:\/\/www.outdoorescape.com.au\/products\/lotus-pond-bowl-pot","provider":"Outdoor Escape","version":"1.0","type":"link"}