Pond Care

Beneficial bacteria

Tetra Sludge reducer

Tetra sludge reducer is a part full season water pond care program. Great to use in spring before water is shaded by aquatic plant cover. Contains high concentration of natural, beneficial bacteria and enzymes that consume the organic matter and nutrients, in pond water.
•Safe for fish and aquatic plants
•Use in the spring and summer

Instructions: Add one level capful (1/4 oz) for every 250 gallons of pond water. Begin treatment in the spring when water temperature reaches 55ºF. Sprinkle this nontoxic powder uniformly on the water’s surface along the edges of the pond.

Repeat treatment every 2 weeks throughout the spring, summer, and fall. Stop treatment in late fall and winter when the water temperature is below 55ºF.

For best results:
1. Use a fine mesh net or pond vacuum and remove as much debris from the pond bottom before using Sludge Reducer.
2. TetraPond Sludge Reducer works best in a pH range of 6.0 to 8.0.
3. Provide aeration and keep pumps running 24 hours a day.

Benefits: Adds beneficial bacteria and enzymes to degrade organic debris and reduce sludge build up on the bottom of the pond.
Useful in ponds with stones at pond bottom.

* Battle sludge and organic pond debris with beneficial bacteria and enzymes

* Reduces organic debris that leads to poor pond water quality and clarity

* Ideal for ponds and water gardens with rock or stone bottoms, where accumulated organic debris may be difficult to remove

Tetra PondUnique blend of beneficial bacteria and enzymes break down organic pond debris. Formulated to naturally reduce sludge buildup and help improve water clarity. Safe for fish, plants, and people. Ideal for ponds and water gardens with rock or stone bottoms, where accumulated organic debris may be difficult to remove. Use 1 oz for every 1,000 gallons of pond water. 16 ounces treats 16,000 gallons and 40 ounces treats 40,000 gallons.

Easy-dose drop-in Blocks make sludge control as simple as tossing in a tablet! Use one Pond Sludge Reducer Block for each 250 gallons of pond water as directed for new or dirty ponds. 4-pack treats up to 1,000 gallons.

 

 

If you have any questions about Pond Care or the right Pond Water Treatment that will help start Beneficial Bacteria in pond water or have questions about getting safe pond chemicals for your pond, please visit our full service Pond Supply and Pond Maintenance store or call Sunland Water Gardens @ 818-353-5131

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