This is the first in our series Get to Know Your Pond. We’re taking a deep dive into the key components that make up healthy water features. The basin is the thing that holds the water in your pond. So, it’s basically the pond, right? Right. But
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Many people ask what it costs to have your water feature professionally cleaned. The short answer? It depends. The long answer? It depends on: The size of the pond or feature Any waterfall or stream Fish and plants The amount of muck At Good Earth Water Gardens,
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We all need plenty of space and fish are no exception. We recently worked with homeowners who purchased their forever home – and needed to create a forever home for their beloved koi. Good Earth Water Gardens was pleased to help make that happen. An ideal home
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No one likes to be crowded – and fish are no exception. An overstocked pond can make your fish unhappy and unhealthy. Parasites can spread and bummed out fish tend to have diminished color. Not enough space and oxygen can even be fatal. Be smart when you
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Ah, spring. It’s the time when ponds come back to life. And might be filled with all sorts of gross gunk. Say what? The transition from winter into spring and summer can be complex. Sort of like puberty, your pond is figuring things out as it moves
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Fish can add an exciting dimension to your pond. But much like plants, not all fish do well in all kinds of weather. It’s important to find aquatic life that will thrive in your climate. In Kansas City, we’ve found several species of fish that flourish. Here
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It’s easy to focus on the water of a water feature. But it’s the stuff that goes around the water that makes a pond or waterfall special. Some folks figure they can throw some rocks around a pond and call it good. But at Good Earth Water
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A beautiful water feature can bring joy and beauty to any garden. But it also calls for some serious planning. Before you start digging, take some time to think not only about your dreams but also the logistics. Here are five things to consider when you’re planning
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We all need oxygen, and that goes for organisms that live under water, too. Oxygen is exchanged when the surface of water contacts the earth’s atmosphere. So, oxygen is naturally present in water. But sometimes a pond might not have enough oxygen, and fish and plants suffer.
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Our weather is cooling off and trees are starting to lose their leaves. That means leaves in yards, gutters … and ponds. Netting is an easy way to keep leaves and other debris out of your pond. A little work now makes cleaning up your pond later
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