5927 East 37th Street, in Kansas City, Missouri info@rootedandreaching.org (816) 762-GROW (4769)

Let There Be Water

Our waterfall pond is beginning to take shape. It took a day to clear more brush, move rocks and began digging out the shape of the pond. Every ecosystem needs a clean water source and a water feature is a great way to achieve that. Water features attract various organisms such as birds, insects, amphibians, and mammals. They come to drink, bathe, and reproduce, increasing the overall biodiversity of our Eco Art Garden.

A pond also creates a unique microhabitat that can provide food and shelter for numerous species like frogs and turtles, which add to an ecosystem’s diversity.

Apart from the ecological benefits, waterfall ponds also contribute to the visual appeal of a garden, providing a serene and tranquil environment. Additionally, they serve as educational tools, allowing people to observe and learn about various aquatic organisms and their interactions, fostering an appreciation for biodiversity and environmental conservation.

We have to continue shaping it so the water falls, flows, and settles as intended. After that, we will seal the bottom and edges. We will add a pump, and filters, then begin planting native aquatic plants, then finally fill it with water. Nature will do the rest!

phaseone #learntheland #amongst_friends #ancientwisdom #wildlifeisfamily #extendedfamily #earth #grounded #backtothefuture #goodenergy #growingagain #peaceful #loveartnature #ecosystem #biodiversity #waterfall #pond