🌊 A river in your garden, not a metaphor
Some products deliver on their promises, while others go further. Taravo and Estéron belong to the latter category. Their names are no coincidence : the Taravo flows through wild Corsica, the Estéron meanders through the Southern Alps, two pristine, vibrant waterways that these modules seek to embody on a garden scale. In practice, this results in a closed-loop ecosystem where fish, plants, and bacteria coexist and nourish each other, with the gentle murmur of water as a constant soundtrack. Designed and handcrafted in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, using Douglas fir from sustainably managed French forests, they are as much design objects as they are production tools. A bench is even integrated into the structure, because a garden that is contemplated is just as valuable as one that produces.
🌿 A vegetable garden that works without you
Aquaponics is based on a simple and fascinating biological principle : fish produce nitrogen-rich waste, bacteria transform this nitrogen into usable nutrients, and plants absorb these nutrients, purifying the water that returns to the fish. It's a virtuous, self-sustaining cycle that replicates what natural rivers have been doing for millions of years. The tangible result : you never water or fertilize again, and your plants grow up to 2.5 times faster than in soil. Water consumption is reduced by 90% compared to a traditional vegetable garden ; the water circulates in a closed loop, and only natural evaporation is replenished. Daily maintenance takes only about 5 minutes : feed the fish, observe, and harvest when ripe.
The daily benefits :
- Zero manual watering, zero chemical fertilizers
- Plant growth up to 2.5 times faster
- 90% water saved vs. traditional vegetable garden
- Gardening while standing, without bending your back
- Healthy production, without pesticides
⚙️ Two models, one spirit
Taravo : To get off to a good start
The Taravo is the ideal entry point for discovering home aquaponics without oversizing. Its three modules, fish tank, grow bed, and floating rafts, fit within a 4 m² footprint and offer 1 m² of usable growing space. It's the perfect size for a couple, an urban household with a small yard, or anyone who wants to try aquaponics on a manageable scale before expanding. Compact, it can be set up in less than 3 hours on a flat surface, and comes pre-assembled. Ornamental fish such as goldfish or koi carp find a quality habitat, while the gravel bed and rafts provide a place for rotating herbs, salad greens, and small vegetables.
Estéron : To produce more
The Estéron system adopts the same philosophy but with increased capacity. Its four modules, a pond, two growing trays, and a raft, occupy 6 m² of ground space and double the usable growing area to 2 m². The difference is noticeable at harvest time : with the Estéron, it's possible to produce a significant portion of your fresh fruit or vegetable needs for a few varieties. Its generous size also makes it a natural choice for schools, shared residences, or companies that want to offer a vibrant green space for their teams.
📱 Connected, silent, no surprises
Each module operates on standard mains power (230V) and incorporates a silent pump with all cables discreetly housed within the structure. No background noise, no visible wires. The included myRiver app centralizes real-time monitoring of your ecosystem : pH, temperature, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, all key data readily accessible on your smartphone. It also features a user community and a logbook to track your river's evolution season after season.
💭 Much more than a garden
Taravo and Estéron are also spaces for contemplation and reconnection. The murmur of the water, the dance of the fish, the growth of the plants : everything comes together to create a haven of serenity in your daily life. They find their place in a private courtyard as well as in a school garden, a shared residence, or a socially responsible company, anywhere there is a desire to raise awareness about nature, water, and sustainable food. A bench is integrated into each module for sitting, observing, and simply relaxing.
🌍 Locally made, designed for tomorrow
Choosing Taravo or Estéron is also making a concrete ethical choice. The Douglas fir comes from sustainably managed French forests, the assembly is done by hand in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, and the system's waste is virtually zero thanks to the closed-loop system. For each installation :
- €100 donated to a fund for the preservation of wild rivers
- 1 tree replanted via EcoTree
This is not greenwashing : it is the consistency of a product designed from its conception to reduce its impact and contribute to the preservation of water resources.
You wish place order Or learn more ? Visit the website : ariverinthegarden.com.
Univers Aquaponie allows you to enjoy €100 discount on a river with a code "UNIVERSE10"
