API Microbial Pond Algae Clean

API Microbial Pond Algae Clean

API Microbial Pond Algae Clean is a bacterial pond algae control treatment for koi and goldfish ponds with live plants and fish. It takes a different approach to green water, using patented bacteria to help keep the pond clear while reducing day-to-day maintenance.

Key Benefits

• Offers an alternative approach to algae control that reduces pond maintenance
• Contains patented bacteria that control green water algae
• Breaks down dead algae and improves oxygen levels
• Helps promote a cleaner pond environment by eliminating troublesome organic sludge and debris
• Will not harm plants or fish
• The first bacterial algaecide registered with the Environmental Protection Agency

How to Use

Add the treatment directly to the pond. Dose twice a week for the first two weeks, then drop to once a week to maintain control of green water algae (Chlorella).

Dosage

• First two weeks: one teaspoon for each approx. 189L, twice a week
• After the first two weeks: one teaspoon for each approx. 189L, once a week to maintain control

Suitable For

• Koi ponds and goldfish ponds
• Ponds containing live plants and fish
• Ponds with green water caused by Chlorella algae
• Pond keepers who want to cut back on maintenance and organic sludge build-up

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to use with koi, goldfish and live plants?
Yes. It is made for koi and goldfish ponds that contain live plants and fish, and the manufacturer states it will not harm plants or fish.

What type of algae does it target?
It controls green water algae, specifically Chlorella, in koi and goldfish ponds.

How does it work?
It contains patented bacteria that break down dead algae and improve oxygen levels. It also helps eliminate organic sludge and debris, giving a cleaner pond environment.

How often should I dose my pond?
Add one teaspoon for each approx. 189L twice a week for the first two weeks. After that, dose once a week to maintain control of green water algae.

Which size should I choose?
Choose by pond volume. The dose is one teaspoon for each approx. 189L, so work out your pond's volume first and allow for the twice-weekly dosing in the first two weeks.

Does it help reduce pond maintenance?
Yes. It is an alternative approach to algae control that reduces pond maintenance by breaking down dead algae and eliminating organic sludge and debris.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
• Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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