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Algae Bloom

Algae bloom is green water, not string or blanket algae.  It feeds off sunlight and nutrients in the water.  Very few chemicals will instantly get rid of green water (and still be safe for fish and plants) though you can use some pond-balancing enzymes that will encourage the pond to balance and clear up.  That method, though, will take time. 

Algaecides / Balancing Agents / Ultraviolet Water Clarifiers

Read Up!  These articles contain information about algae blooms and how to clear up your pond water.

 

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Algaecides
DO NOT USE THESE PRODUCTS IF YOU HAVE FISH OR PLANTS!  I don't care if the manufacturer states that these types of algaecides are safe for fish and plants --- we know better.  We've seen it kill both.  Use these types of Algaecides to clear up fountains or water features that do not contain fish or plants.  These work by killing the algae and you will need to treat the water quite often.

Algae Destroyer Liquid
We recommend this product to be used only for decorative fountains and water gardens without fish inhabitants. 
Algaecides can cause harm to plants and fish.  SORRY, We cannot ship this product to Canada.
Extreme Caution Product
$12.95 for an 8 oz. bottle -- treats 480 gallons
$19.95 for a 16 oz. bottle -- treats 960 gallons

 

Balancing Agents
Many products claim to clear up green water but fall short of expectations.  The fact is that they "help" balance the pond.  Some ponds never reach the clear balance but some can.  It just takes time and patience and lots of plants to absorb the nutrients.  These balancing agents are great to use in the pond anyway so if you would like to see if your pond can reach its balance and clear up, you have nothing to lose if you try them.  Remember, however, patience... patience... patience...

 
Microbe-Lift® PL by Ecological Laboratories

A staple for almost any pond environment, Microbe-Lift PL is a all-purpose water treatment.  It is specially formulated for koi and goldfish ponds, lagoons and smaller water features.  It helps create a healthy pond environment by promoting faster fish growth, reducing ammonia nitrogen levels, dissolving organic sludge, seeding and maintaining biological filters and more!

Pint (for small water features).......................................$ 18.95
Quart
(treats 10,000 gallons on a maintenance basis)....$ 26.95
Order Online OR Call Peggy at (404) 375-9600 to Place an Order the Old-Fashioned Way!

Save Money by Purchasing Microbe-Lift PL in the Gallon Size for $79.95

 
 
 
  EcoFix® Bacterial Pond Clarifier by Aquarium Pharmaceuticals

This is a good product to use if you're needing enzymes to eat up sludge and create more beneficial bacteria.  A 16 oz. bottle treats 4,000 gallons.  It's called a clarifier but do not expect instant results.  It helps produce a balanced pond environment so that it clears naturally over time.  It will not magically get rid of green water algae...

#147A...........8 oz. Bottle (treats 2000 gallons)..............$ 10.95
#147B..........16 oz. Bottle
(treats 4000 gallons).............$ 17.95
#147G..........32 oz. Bottle
(treats 8000 gallons).............$ 29.95

#147D..........64 oz. Bottle
(treats 16,000 gallons)..........$ 49.95

Order Online OR Call Peggy at (404) 375-9600 to Place an Order the Old-Fashioned Way!

SAVE!  Order the Professional's Gallon Size EcoFix at only $89.95.

 

PondZyme Plus® Pond Cleaner by Aquarium Pharmaceuticals
This product promotes the build up of enzymes to eat up sludge and help keep the pond clean.  A 16 oz. (1 lb.) bottle treats 16,000 gallons.

8 oz. Bottle
Item # AG146.................................................$ 17.95 btl.

1 lb. Bottle
Item # AG146B.................................................$ 34.95 btl.

Order Online OR Call Peggy at (404) 375-9600 to Place an Order the Old-Fashioned Way!

 

Ultraviolet Water Clarifiers
This is the ONLY true way to get rid of the green and keep it away.  We swear by them at the store.  No one would be able to pick out fish without them! : )  Click HERE to see our line of UVs.

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