{"product_id":"aqua-zyme-pond-water-conditioner","title":"Aqua Zyme Pond Water Conditioner","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAqua Zyme Pond Water Conditioner\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAqua Zyme Pond Water Conditioner\u003c\/strong\u003e from Koi Life is an all-in-one pond water conditioner that purifies, detoxifies and dechlorinates pond water and also helps remove sludge. It is made for koi keepers and garden pond owners across South Africa who want cleaner water and healthier fish. It works by supporting the biological filtration your pond depends on and by reducing harmful substances in the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHealthy fish start with healthy water, and Aqua Zyme is built around that idea. Instead of using several separate treatments, you get one blend that conditions new tap water, supports your filter's beneficial bacteria and helps break down the suspended matter and sludge that cloud a pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurifies:\u003c\/strong\u003e eliminates suspended solids that make pond water look murky. The manufacturer describes the result as a \"sparkling\" clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetoxifies:\u003c\/strong\u003e helps detoxify metals that are often found in new water. This is useful when topping up or filling with municipal tap water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDechlorinates:\u003c\/strong\u003e contains dechlorinating agents to treat chlorinated tap water before fish are introduced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemoves sludge:\u003c\/strong\u003e its bacteria and enzyme blend helps tackle the organic build-up that settles on the pond floor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports biological filtration:\u003c\/strong\u003e establishes the conditions your filter needs for proper biological filtration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduces ammonia and nitrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e helps lower ammonia and nitrate levels, two of the most common water-quality problems in stocked ponds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncreases dissolved oxygen:\u003c\/strong\u003e helps raise oxygen levels in the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVisible improvement from day one:\u003c\/strong\u003e the manufacturer reports a marked improvement in water quality from the first dose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBetter-conditioned fish:\u003c\/strong\u003e improved water supports better food absorption. According to the manufacturer, this can lead to better appetite, colour, body shape and growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Inside\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAqua Zyme combines many different species of bacteria and enzymes with calcium-enriched Montmorillonite clay and dechlorinating agents. The bacteria and enzymes support natural biological processes. The clay helps bind and settle fine particles. The dechlorinators make fresh tap water safer for fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeigh first:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aqua Zyme is dosed by weight in grams, so work out your pond's volume in litres before you start.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoutine care:\u003c\/strong\u003e dose weekly to keep water in good condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew ponds or filters:\u003c\/strong\u003e follow the higher start-up schedule for the first month, then move to the routine rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTap-water fills and top-ups:\u003c\/strong\u003e dose for dechlorination one hour before adding fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral enhancing application:\u003c\/strong\u003e add 10 to 20 grams per 1000 litres of pond water once a week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew pond or filter set-up:\u003c\/strong\u003e add 20 g per 1000 litres of pond water twice a week for the first month. After that, continue with the general enhancing application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDechlorinating:\u003c\/strong\u003e add 20 g per 1000 litres of pond water one hour before adding fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFish tanks:\u003c\/strong\u003e the manufacturer states the dosage as 10% of Aqua Zyme per 100 litres of water, giving the example of 2 g to 1 litre of tank water. If you are unsure how this applies to your aquarium, please contact our team before dosing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKoi ponds and ornamental garden ponds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNewly built ponds and newly installed or restarted pond filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreating chlorinated municipal tap water before stocking or after top-ups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish tanks, using the tank dosage given above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAqua Zyme Pond Water Conditioner is offered in several pack sizes. Choose the size that best matches your pond volume and how often you will be dosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Aqua Zyme be used to treat South African municipal tap water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. It contains dechlorinating agents. To dechlorinate, add 20 g per 1000 litres of pond water one hour before adding fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much should I add to a 5000-litre koi pond for routine care?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe general rate is 10 to 20 g per 1000 litres once a week, which works out to 50 to 100 g weekly for 5000 litres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI've just built a new pond. How should I dose it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAdd 20 g per 1000 litres of pond water twice a week for the first month. Then switch to the weekly general rate of 10 to 20 g per 1000 litres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it help with sludge and cloudy green-brown water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAqua Zyme's bacteria, enzymes and Montmorillonite clay help remove sludge and eliminate suspended solids. The manufacturer reports a visible improvement in clarity from day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it help with ammonia and nitrate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. It helps reduce ammonia and nitrate levels and supports biological filtration. Keep testing your water regularly to track progress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it in an aquarium as well as a pond?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. For fish tanks, the manufacturer gives the dosage as 10% of Aqua Zyme per 100 litres of water, with the example of 2 g to 1 litre of tank water. 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