Well it should be common knowledge for pond owners that copper is not effective in ponds that are below 55 degrees. I've been told and followed 60 myself. There is more than one reason for this. Not only does it waste money but it is also more likely to cause issues of contamination and contact with other things that may not be able to handle contact with copper. This can be a real problem with invertabrates in your pond such as snails. When algae is heavy or using up the copper then it breaks down more before coming in contact with other things or before it can leave your pond.
Copper is a great help in controlling algae but if we keep wasting it and using it improperly then all states will follow the ones that have banned the use of copper products in ponds. It will also continue to drive prices up due to higher demands and larger use of a commodity.
Monday, March 29, 2010
Friday, March 19, 2010
Algae Control without state restrictions!
If you live in California, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Yord, Rhode Island, Washington or Vermont I'm sure you've heard that you can't have this or that product delivered due to state law. I'd like to let you know that we now have an option for those states that do not require most algaecides to be delivered or used there. Diversified Waterscapes F-30 Algae Control is an algaecide available in all states!
This product uses a double chleated copper which allows it to control algae at levels so low it currently has no restriction. Controls all types of algae including planktonic, filamentous, hydrilla, chara and nitella. Does not leave behind sediment, toxins or pollutants.
1 gallon of this product treats 1 acre of water at 1 foot of depth. Like most chleated copper solutions it has a longer effect than standard copper and may last 30-60 days depending on the conditions and rate of water loss. Like any copper product the water should be 55-60 degrees before using and the product should never be allowed to freeze.
If you are interested in this product, please visit us today at www.pondcaredirect.com or email us at info@pondcaredirect.com
This product uses a double chleated copper which allows it to control algae at levels so low it currently has no restriction. Controls all types of algae including planktonic, filamentous, hydrilla, chara and nitella. Does not leave behind sediment, toxins or pollutants.
1 gallon of this product treats 1 acre of water at 1 foot of depth. Like most chleated copper solutions it has a longer effect than standard copper and may last 30-60 days depending on the conditions and rate of water loss. Like any copper product the water should be 55-60 degrees before using and the product should never be allowed to freeze.
If you are interested in this product, please visit us today at www.pondcaredirect.com or email us at info@pondcaredirect.com
Monday, March 8, 2010
Dye Revisited...
With spring quickly approaching I get one question more than almost any other... "What color dye is better?" ...which is easier to answer than it seems.
First, keep in mind that a dye itself is not specifically an active ingredient or able to treat anything. Dye does serve a major purpose in preventing algae but it's not due to some additive or active ingredient. Dye works a preventative product by attempting to lower sunlight penetration. There are 3 primary methods of doing this. One way is clouding the water to make it hard for light to penetrate, a second is reflective properties that allow less sun light to penetrate and 3) lastly some dyes have color combinations that are known to absorb certain light spectrums that are commonly thought to feed algae.
Each of these methods is well accepted. Some people will say they prefer one and I suggest that if you have a brand or type that you stick with what you know and like. The key is to find what works for you and is effective based on the amount of time and money you plan to spend on maintaining your pond.
So as far as color you should select more based on your personal taste on how you think it looks rather than the requirement to use a certain color or brand. Dyes come in various colors starting with blue/green, to light and dark blue and even black. Most dyes and even brands can be mixed to create even more custom colors for those that want to try combinations.
It is probably more important to make sure you dose your pond with the correct amount of dye. Since the dyes work by creating some form of sunlight dampening it’s important not to under apply dye. You can apply some larger amount of dye without any affect to your pond to obtain deeper color if you like. However, it’s still important not to put in so much you cause a die off of plant life.
First, keep in mind that a dye itself is not specifically an active ingredient or able to treat anything. Dye does serve a major purpose in preventing algae but it's not due to some additive or active ingredient. Dye works a preventative product by attempting to lower sunlight penetration. There are 3 primary methods of doing this. One way is clouding the water to make it hard for light to penetrate, a second is reflective properties that allow less sun light to penetrate and 3) lastly some dyes have color combinations that are known to absorb certain light spectrums that are commonly thought to feed algae.
Each of these methods is well accepted. Some people will say they prefer one and I suggest that if you have a brand or type that you stick with what you know and like. The key is to find what works for you and is effective based on the amount of time and money you plan to spend on maintaining your pond.
So as far as color you should select more based on your personal taste on how you think it looks rather than the requirement to use a certain color or brand. Dyes come in various colors starting with blue/green, to light and dark blue and even black. Most dyes and even brands can be mixed to create even more custom colors for those that want to try combinations.
It is probably more important to make sure you dose your pond with the correct amount of dye. Since the dyes work by creating some form of sunlight dampening it’s important not to under apply dye. You can apply some larger amount of dye without any affect to your pond to obtain deeper color if you like. However, it’s still important not to put in so much you cause a die off of plant life.
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