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Eutrophication and Algae Blooms
Did you know that algae can't live in highly oxygenated water?
GreenClean kills algae with oxygen! Aerators infuse oxygen into your pond.
If you want to be the master of your pond and control algae you need GreenClean and an Aerator.
 

Eutrophication is caused by the increase of chemical nutrients, typically compounds containing nitrogen or phosphorus, in an ecosystem. It may occur on land or in water. Nitrogen is not readily available in soil because N2, a gaseous form of nitrogen, is very stable and unavailable directly to higher plants. Terrestrial ecosystems rely on microbial nitrogen fixation to convert N2 into other physical forms (such as nitrates). However, there is a limit to how much nitrogen can be utilized. Ecosystems receiving more nitrogen than the plants require are called nitrogen-saturated.

Algal Blooms - When an ecosystem experiences an increase in nutrients, primary producers reap the benefits first. In aquatic ecosystems, species such as algae experience a population increase (called an algal bloom). Algal blooms limit the sunlight available to bottom-dwelling organisms and cause wide swings in the amount of dissolved oxygen in the water. Oxygen is required by all respiring plants and animals and it is replenished in daylight by photosynthesizing plants and algae. Under eutrophic conditions, dissolved oxygen greatly increases during the day, but is greatly reduced after dark by the respiring algae and by microorganisms that feed on the increasing mass of dead algae. When dissolved oxygen levels decline to hypoxic levels, fish and other marine animals suffocate.

Toxicity of Algae Blooms - Some algal blooms called "harmful algal blooms," are toxic to plants, animals and humans. In extreme cases, anaerobic conditions ensue; promoting growth of bacteria such as Clostridium botulinum that produces toxins and the deadly botulism bacteria. Zones in natural bodies of water as a result of algae depleting the oxygen content of water are known as “dead zones.”

What causes Algae Blooms and other Pond Problems?

What about U.V. Lamps to kill algae? Well they will sure kill any filamentous algae that pass through them, but they won't kill string algae because it is attached to the rocks and not water borne and won't pass in front of the light. But if you use GreenClean you will never have algae to begin with. If you have expensive Koi there is an upside to a U.V. lamp in that it kills bacteria that may infect Koi. However U.V. lamps are expensive to buy, cost money to run 24/7 and the bulbs need to be replaced at least yearly as they get weak and lose the ability to sterilize the organic material that passes through the light.

Why pond aeration is important!

Assumptions:

• You have a clean pond skimmer or bottom drain
• Your water filter pads or filter brushes are clean
• You have an active bacteria colony
• You are running the suggested level of salt in your pond water which is 1.8 pounds of dissolved salt for each 100 gallons of water. Salt is essential for fish health. Koi and goldfish need salt to control their electrolyte balance. Salt also enhances the natural slime coating on Koi which fights off fungus and disease. Salt in the water also kills most parasitic infestations and works to keep algae from reproducing. Buy a salinity meter and use it.
• You have a water pump that is pumping the needed volume of water per hour for the size of your pond. The suggested water turnover rate is 1.5 times per hour. If your pond volume is 1,000 gallons your water pump should be rated at 1,500 GPH or better.
• You don't have too many fish. Seriously, people overstock their home ponds and watergardens to the point of insanity. The average home pond should only have 5 to 10 Koi. If you have more than that just pick your favorites and get rid of the rest. The extra "fish load" from having too many Koi will drive up the waste factor and your nitrates will shoot through the roof. Mother nature produces algae to try and eat up the extra nitrates.
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Action: Add GreenClean once a week per directions to "Never have this problem again" and your pond or watergarden will be sparkling clean forever. Your first application of GreenClean can turn your pond water black. The water will turn black if there is a lot of pollen in your water. Have patience and let GreenClean do its job. Do partial water changes every day and soon your water will be crystal clear. As soon as you add the GreenClean to your water you will see algae die and float up and the water change color. Make sure to clean your filter pads every day for a few days to get rid of the gunk.

GreenClean Granular Algaecide works on contact to control algae in water gardens, ornamental ponds, fountains, and other water features. Through its patented formula, GreenClean immediately begins fighting algae blooms, releasing vital oxygen into the water body as it biodegrades. GreenClean also quickly eliminates algae on a wide variety of surfaces such as birdbaths, statues, and walkways.

GreenClean comes ready to use – Homeowners can enjoy their water features without all the guesswork or complicated directions. And the best part is, GreenClean begins working within 60 seconds of application.

Benefits include:
Can Be Applied in Water Containing Live Fish and Plants
Alternative to Copper-Based Products
EPA Registered
Available in 2, 8, 20, and 50 lb Containers

One thing to note before you use GreenClean:
The first treatment dose will turn your pond water murky for a couple of days from dead algae.
Why? GreenClean kills algae instantly and all the dead algae needs to decompose.
Future weekly or monthly maintenance doses will not leave the water a big mess.
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EPA Approved!
Never Have Algae Problems Again! - Guaranteed
GreenClean is safe for all plants and animals in your pond.
    NOTE: We cannot ship GreenClean to NY or MA.