Directions

Aquatic Barley Straw Bales are best applied before algae appears as it works best as an algae growth suppressant, limiting new algae growth. It is ideal for use immediately after a pond, fountain, water feature or fish tank re-fill or in lakes, dams, and ponds, prior to algae first appearing or in garden water tanks all year round.

Submerge net bag and allow bag to float close to the water’s surface. Place near well oxygenated areas of the pond (eg: close to waterfalls or pumps) or in the centre of the pond

To maintain effectiveness, begin additional treatments one month prior to removing the previous treatment. Replace Aquatic Barley Straw Bales every 4 to 6 months.

Barley straw tends to become active in 2 weeks and effective in 4 to 6 weeks for water temperatures above 20 degrees. Water temperatures below 10 degrees activation times are around 6 to 8 weeks and become effective in 8 to 10 weeks.

Application Rates:

20kg of Aquatic Barley Straw Bale will treat a pond of 500 square metres in surface area, regardless of water depth.

Additional information: If the bales begin to smell, then application rate is too high. Remove and replace with a lower rate. If net bag holes are restricted, clear by shaking or washing in pond water.