A blue in any season!

Well, I was impressed that after a year of rain and dry period, warm to cold, lawn mowing and leaves falling that the products used to treat the pond near my home were working wonderfully well. The pond still has a nice blue color, the bacteria products were keeping the leaves that blew in from becoming algae food and the last shots of shoreline treatments was keeping the shore looking like a winner.

In the end the actual brands you purchase means little as compared with the use of the right products at the right time. Prevention in ponds will actually save you money and keep your pond ahead of the problem curves. Dye can be added at any time, even in the north, to prepare for spring weather and so when the ice melts you have good color and protection. Bacteria can be added if your water is still above freezing to help break down the waste that has gathered through the year. If you are in colder areas of the country, wait and apply it early in the spring. Lastly, PLEASE DO NOT add copper products if your water is below 60 degrees as it's just not effective and kills bacteria that help to break down the waste in your pond.

If you are in warmer parts of the country or if you want to buy at last years pricing, please visit us at www.pondcaredirect.com today. We look forward to your business and should you have any questions on our products, pricing or special orders contact us.

Cold days still require some work.

It is important to understand how to keep your pond in the best shape year around. All the weather is getting cooler but that does not mean that your pond does not need care.

In the south where it stays warmer, this is still the best time to try a biological cleaning checmical additive. Your time for this product to be effective is very limited due to the warmer water conditions. This hold true in the north too, but applying this before the pond is froze over is the real key. Once the water movement stops then the chemicals tend to become less effective.

Warmer climates need to keep in mind that algae can bloom at anytime, so keep your pond clear with cleated copper sulfate from Sanco. All these products are available through www.pondcaredirect.com and will be shipped directly to your door cheaper than the local shops. Save time and money, shop with us today.