aquatic & pond treatment products

Ultimate Blanket Weed Killer

What it does?

Ultimate Blanket Weed Killer controls and prevents blanket weed and algae for an extended period, clarifies the water in ponds, leaving them healthy and beautiful. It dissolves away surface sludge and waste, breaks down dead algae and organic residues.

Ultimate Blanket Weed Killer is a "blanket" treatment for a clean pond. It treats far more pond volume than comparable products and thus is an extremely economical way of resolving blanket weed problems.

How does it work?

Ultimate Blanket Weed Killer works by removing key pollutants that get into the pond water from the public water supply, agricultural run off, decaying plants, leaves, fish feed or simply too many fish.

These pollutants cause all sorts of problems in the pond the results of which manifest themselves as blanket weed and algae particularly at warm and sunny times of the year. Ultimate Blanket Weed Killer uses a number of processes to clear the pond of blanket weed and to clarify and restore natural water to your pond:

1. It contains natural minerals that immediately absorbs inorganic pollutants and convert them into a non-soluble mineral that sinks to the bottom. The next day you will see a white residue at the bottom of your pond which has absorbed and continues to absorb them.
2. It contains a flocculant to collect organic matter in the water and collects it in the filter or the bottom of the pond if you haven't got filtration.
3. Having removed one of the major food sources for the algae it then stimulates the demand in the algae for this food source. As it is now missing the algae literally starves itself to death.
4. It contains a high surface base to encourage the active bacteria in your pond that target and digest waste material in the pond, then accumulates it in the filter.

Will it hurt my bio-filter?

No, in fact it will actually help your bio-filter by improving its performance.

Will it hurt my fish?

No, the active ingredients target minerals in the water column but will have NO affect on living organisms in the water. However, make sure that you mix the Ultimate Blanket Weed Killer with pond water prior to adding it to the pond so that all soluble ingredients are dissolved.

Will it affect my lilies and floating aquatic plants?

Not significantly. These plants typically absorb phosphate through their roots and not through the water column. You might see slower growth rates, but it will not harm them. Many professional aquatic plant growers use Ultimate Blanket Weed Killer to keep the water clear between plants.

How much do I need to use?

1 kilo will normally treat between 5,000 to 10,000 gallons depending on nutrient levels.

How often do I need to treat the pond?

Treat the pond once at the beginning of the season after the water temperature has risen above 10 deg C (50 deg F). If your bio-load is particularly heavy and you see algae starting to come back add a small maintenance quantity of 5 grams (1 teaspoon) per fortnight to keep the pond clear. If algae continue to appear after this then you are either overfeeding, your bio-filtration is inadequate for your pond and you should consult a reputable aquatic store for a larger filter or reduce the number of fish in the pond.

Can I use too much?

No. It will not harm your fish. It's better to overestimate than underestimate.

What is the white powder at the bottom of my pond?

In use, the pond will go very cloudy at first. The pond will then clear within 24 hours. For the first few days you may see some white powder at the bottom of your pond. This is the absorbent and mineralized phosphate that has been removed from the water. This will turn brown in a few days and not be noticeable.

Directions

If your pond has blanket weed or greenwater algae ensure that the water is adequately aerated both before and during treatment. This is because as blanket weed or algae dies off it can take all the oxygen from the pond water, particularly in hot weather. Remove as much blanket weed as you can from the pond. Apply at least 30 grams (roughly 1 heaped tablespoon) per 100 gallons by slurrying in a bucket and applying to as wide an area of the pond as possible. Continue to remove blanket weed during the first treatment. If growth persists after two to three weeks it is usually because nutrient levels were too high for the initial dose to be completely effective so use a further dose at 30 grams per 100 gallons and then revert to 5 grams per 100 gallons per fortnight to keep your pond crystal clear.

What if it doesn't work?

1. Did you remove as much algae as possible from the pond both prior to treatment and during treatment?
2. Did you wait for 14 days from the first application? The full application needs a few days to fully start working.
3. What is the phosphate level in the pond? Test for phosphate following the treatment. If there is residual phosphate then the levels were higher than the product could compensate for in the first application. Re-treat with a further dose of Ultimate Blanket Weed Killer
4. If the product still does not work it indicates a more serious problem in your pondkeeping.
   
   The most likely causes are:

• you are overfeeding.
• your bio-filtration is inadequate for the size of your pond and/or the number of fish in it. Manufacturers specifications for filters often overstate the number of gallons treated for the number of fish people typically have in their ponds. Either increase your ponds filtration capacity or reduce the number of fish in the pond.
• Fertilizer run off or leaching of nutrients into the pond is occurring
• Top up water contains high levels of nutrients
• You have one of several species of pernicious string algae that adhere to rocks or concrete and have a root system that draws nutrition from these. To clear these then it is necessary to treat your pond with Ultimate Instant Pond Shade to cut out the light they need or use an algaecide.

Ultimate Green Pond Clearer

What it does?

Ultimate Green Pond Clearer clarifies the water in ponds, leaving them healthy and beautiful. It flocculates greenwater algae and organic residues. It will also clear muddy or turbid ponds.

How does it work?

Ultimate Green Pond Clearer works by removing key pollutants that get into the pond water from the public water supply not removing them, from agricultural run off and from decaying plants, leaves or fish feed or simply too many fish. These pollutants cause all sorts of problems in the pond of which the results can be seen, particularly at warm and sunny times of the year.

Ultimate Green Pond Clearer uses a two step process to clarify and restore natural water to your pond:

1. It contains natural minerals that immediately absorb inorganic pollutants and convert them into a non-soluble mineral that sinks to the bottom. The next day you will see a white residue at the bottom of your pond which has absorbed and continues to absorb them.
2. It contains a flocculant which collects green water algae and suspended organic matter or mud in the water and deposits it in the filter

Will it hurt my bio-filter?

No, in fact it will actually help your bio-filter by creating a healthy environment for the bacteria in it.

Will it hurt my fish?

No, the active ingredients target minerals in the water column but will have NO affect on living organisms in the water. However, if you have very large fish make sure that you mix the Ultimate Green Pond Clearer with pond water prior to adding it to the pond so that all soluble ingredients are dissolved.

Will it affect my lilies and floating aquatic plants?

Not significantly. These plants typically absorb phosphate through their roots and not through the water column. You might see slower growth rates, but it will not harm them. Many professional aquatic plant growers use Ultimate Green Pond Clearer to keep the water clear between plants.

How much do I need to use?

1 kilo will treat between 5,000 and 10,000 gallons depending on the density of algae or turbid water present.

How often do I need to treat the pond?

Treat the pond whenever greenwater or muddy conditions occur. If your bio-load is particularly heavy and you see algae starting to come back add a small maintenance quantity whenever algae appear. If algae continue to appear after this then you are overfeeding or your bio-filtration is inadequate for your pond and you should consult a reputable aquatic store or reduce the number of fish in the pond.

Can I use too much?

No. It's better to overestimate than underestimate.

What is the white powder at the bottom of my pond?

For the first few days you may see a white powder at the bottom of your pond. This is the absorbent and the mineralized phosphate that has been removed from the water. This will turn brown in a few days and not be noticeable.

Directions

If your pond has greenwater algae ensure that your pond is adequately aerated both before and during treatment. This is because as algae dies off it can take all the oxygen from the pond water, particularly in hot weather.

Apply at 20 grams (roughly 1 tablespoon) per 100 gallons by slurrying in a bucket and applying to as wide an area of the pond as possible. If greenwater or muddy appearance has not cleared in 3 days then apply a further dose at 20 grams per 100 gallons. Repeat as necessary until clear. A dose of All Clear every two weeks at 5 grams per 100 gallons should keep your pond crystal clear.

What if it doesn't work?

1. The algae or nutrient load is greater than the capacity of the dose to clear it. Repeat if necessary.
2. Did you wait for 3 days days from the first application?
3. What is the phosphate level in the pond? Test for phosphate following the treatment. If there is residual phosphate then the levels were higher than the product could compensate for in the first application. Repeat treatment.
4. If the product still does not work it indicates a more serious problem in your pondkeeping. The most likely causes are:

• you are overfeeding.
• your bio-filtration is inadequate for the size of your pond and/or the number of fish in it. Manufacturers specifications for filters often overstate the number of gallons treated for the number of fish people typically have in their ponds. Either increase your ponds filtration capacity or reduce the number of fish in the pond.
• Fertilizer run off or leaching of nutrients into the pond is occurring
• Top up water contains high levels of nutrients

Ultimate Sludge Remover

What it does.

Ultimate Sludge Remover digests and dissolves away the accumulated waste in your pond. It also prevents harmful gases that can be generated from the sludge and can kill your fish. It also digests excess fish waste and undigested fish food (although it should never be used as an excuse for overfeeding).

How does it work?

Ultimate Sludge Remover contains minerals that collect organic matter in the pond. It spreads over the base of the pond and releases oxygen over a long period which feeds the bacteria that digests the waste so it gets rid of it in the fastest possible time. It also gets the good bacteria working to crowd out the bad bacteria which cause disease and generate gases such as sulphuretted hydrogen, ammonia and methane that can kill your fish.

The digested waste material accumulates in the filter. Ultimate Sludge Remover also contains essential micronutrients to enhance the activity of the 'good' bacteria in your pond and filter

Will it hurt my bio-filter?

No, in fact it will actually help your bio-filter by creating a healthy bacterial environment

Will it hurt my fish?

No, the active ingredients target dead organic matter and will have NO affect on living organisms in the water. However, if you have very large fish make sure that you mix the Ultimate Sludge Remover! with pond water prior to adding it to the pond so that all soluble ingredients are dissolved.

Will it affect my lilies and floating aquatic plants?

Not significantly. These plants typically absorb nutrients through their roots and not through the water column. You might see slower growth rates, but it will not harm them.

How much do I need to use?

1 kilo will treat 5,000 gallons

How often do I need to treat the pond?

Treat the pond once at any time during the season after the water temperature has risen above 10 deg C (50 deg F). Treat again with a maintenance dose of 1 scoop per 200 gallons if cloudiness returns during the season. Treat with another full application in the autumn before the water temperature drops below 10 deg C (50 deg) to help prevent gases being released during the winter.

Can I use too much?

No. The only consequence can be increased pH which can be adjusted down if necessary. It's better to overestimate than underestimate.

What is the white powder at the bottom of my pond?

For the first few days you will see a white powder at the bottom of your pond. This is the absorbent which will start to digest the excess waste. This will turn brown in a few days and not be noticeable.

Directions

1. Remove as much of any waste such as pond scum, string algae and pond bottom waste as possible either manually or with a pond vacuum cleaner
2. Apply at 30 grams (roughly 1 rounded tablespoon) per 100 gallons by slurrying in a bucket and applying to as wide an area of the pond as possible. Sludge may rise to the surface and should be skimmed off.

What if it doesn't work?

1. Did you remove as much waste as possible from the pond both prior to treatment and during treatment?
2. Have you waited long enough. Ultimate Sludge Remover works over a number of months to digest waste that is hard to decompose.
3. Is the pH of the pond is too high? If the pH is above 8 the product may be less effective. Bring down the pH with a proprietary product available from your pond store
4. If the product still does not work it indicates a more serious problem in your pondkeeping. The most likely causes are:

• you are overfeeding.
• your bio-filtration is inadequate for the size of your pond and/or the number of fish in it. Manufacturers specifications for filters often overstate the number of gallons treated for the number of fish people typically have in their ponds. Either increase your ponds filtration capacity or reduce the number of fish in the pond.
• You have leaves or other plant material settling in the pond. Use netting above the water line during the autumn to prevent this happening
• Top up water contains high levels of nutrients.

Ultimate Water Feature Cleaner

What it does.

Ultimate Water Feature Cleaner clarifies the water in water features, leaving them healthy, beautiful and crystal clear. It dissolves greenwater algae and organic residues.

How does it work?

Ultimate Water Feature Cleaner works by slow releasing microscopic amounts of chlorine and oxygen into the water. It dissolves greenwater and attached algae and suspended organic matter in the water feature. It is harmless to pets and birds but should not be used where fish are present.

How much do I need to use?

1 kilo will treat 5,000 gallons

How often do I need to treat the pond?

Treat the water feature weekly. If the bio-load is particularly heavy in your water and there is a sustained period of sunny weather you may see algae starting to come back between doses. If this happens add a small maintenance quantity whenever algae appear and it will quickly disappear.

Can I use too much?

No. It's better to over estimate than under estimate.

Directions

Not suitable for water features containing fish

To remove algae

Remove as much algae or blanket weed as you can from the water feature by scrubbing with a nailbrush or scrubbing brush dipped in a little solid Ultimate Water Feature Cleaner. Test by scrubbing a small area to ensure scratching does not occur.

To maintain clean water

Apply at 20 grams (roughly 1 heaped dessert spoon) per 100 gallons by adding directly to the flow of water in your water feature. Repeat weekly at 10 grams (two heaped teaspoons) per 100 gallons. Treatment will normally not be required between October and April except in exceptionally unseasonal warm and sunny weather.

What if it doesn't work?

1. You have underestimated the amount of water in your water feature. Try a slightly increased dose
2. Sometimes it takes a few of the weekly doses for complete effectiveness.

Ultimate Instant Pond Shade

What it does.

Ultimate Instant Pond Shade filters sunlight to stunt the growth of algae and submerged aquatic weeds. It gives a beautiful deep natural look to the pond unlike the blue dyes commonly available and is a perfect and easy way to control the uncontrollable. It is used by many professional gardeners and landscapers to give an instant deep pond appearance and to hide muddy or green water. The effect lasts up to three months.

How does it work?

Ultimate Instant Pond Shade contains a dye that filters out the frequencies of light that algae and plants absorb to make chlorophyll, the important substance needed for photosynthesis. By cutting out the light they need submerged weeds and algae are severely inhibited. The degree of this is determined by the amount of light cut out which depends on the amount of Ultimate Instant Pond Shade put in.

The digested waste material accumulates in the filter. Ultimate Sludge Remover also contains essential micronutrients to enhance the activity of the “good” bacteria in your pond and filter

Will it hurt my bio-filter?

No, in use Ultimate Instant Pond Shade will not harm organisms such as filter bacteria which to not depend on light to grow.

Will it hurt my fish?

No, the active ingredients at the concentrations used are completely harmless to fish.

Will it affect my lilies and floating aquatic plants?

No. Plants with leaves drawing light from the surface of the pond or above the water will be unaffected. Only submerged plants will be inhibited.

How much do I need to use?

250 mls treats up to 5000 gallons

How often do I need to treat the pond?

Treat the pond whenever greenwater or muddy conditions occur or when you have overgrowth of pernicious submerged aquatic weeds whose growth you wish to control. The effects are long lasting. When the dye finally fades simply add some more to restore the original effect.

Can I use too much?

If you add in small quantities and ensure complete mixing you will achieve the desired degree of shading. The amount of light obscured depends on how much you add and beyond total blackness of the water.

Directions

Ultimate Instant Pond Shade is a dye, so keep off skin and clothing - It will stain clothing permanently. Wear rubber gloves when handling. It will not stain once diluted in the pond.

Scatter or spray over as wide an area of the pond as possible. Typically 250 mls will colour up to 5000 gallons if the water is turbid. If shading of a clear pond to avoid sun damage to fish or to reduce algae or submerged aquatic weeds 250 mls will shade up to 10 times this amount.

If possible, agitate the water to disperse quickly. If agitation is not possible wait until the dye has dispersed completely to determine whether you have the desired depth of shading. For a deeper shade simply add more Instant Pond Shade.