Tetra Pond AlgoClean*

Algae occurs wherever water is found – even if the water is only a temporary presence. It does not become visible until it gets out of control, and may cause problems. Algae can proliferate very quickly in favourable conditions, grow over everything else and negatively impact the water parameters. To prevent algae, the first thing you need to do is stop conditions from developing that encourage algae growth:

1) Avoid and/or limit intense light from the sun or lighting by choosing a suitable, shaded location for the pond. Another useful tip is to include floating plants such as water lilies that also reduce the incidence of sunlight.
 
2) Reduce high nitrate and phosphate levels or prevent high levels from occurring using fast-growing pond and marsh plants. The plants absorb nitrate and phosphate as nutrients before excess nitrate and phosphate enable algae to grow.

3) Remove built-up sediment and other dead organic material from the water at an early stage.

Blanketweed is a sign of good water quality combined with excessive light penetration. You can reduce light penetration in a totally natural way by adding and specifically fertilising floating plants such as hornwort or water lettuce. You can also effectively treat blanketweed with Tetra Pond AlgoFin followed by Tetra Pond AlgoClean.

Reduce light penetration and excessive nitrate and phosphate levels. The incidence of light can be reduced with water lilies or floating plants (hornwort, water lettuce), for example. Also make sure to feed your fish moderate quantities of food with low nutrient input levels. We recommend Tetra Pond AlgoRem to specifically target floating algae.

Blue-green algae means that your pond does not have the right biological balance. Make sure that your pond is sufficiently aerated, give your fish a moderate amount of food and remove sources of decay (caused by fish waste and dead plant material). We also recommend changing the water and adding filter bacteria such as Tetra Pond FilterStart. You should also clean your filter regularly.
To combat blue-green algae specifically, we recommend using Tetra Pond AlgoFin and Tetra Pond AlgoClean.

To prevent algae, the first thing you need to do – early in the year – is stop conditions from developing that encourage algae growth:

1) Avoid and/or limit intense light from the sun or lighting by choosing a suitable, shaded location for the pond. Another useful tip is to include floating plants such as water lilies that also reduce the incidence of sunlight.
 
2) Reduce high nitrate and phosphate levels or prevent high levels from occurring using fast-growing pond and marsh plants. The plants absorb nitrate and phosphate as nutrients before excess nitrate and phosphate enable algae to grow.

3) Remove built-up sediment and other dead organic material from the water at an early stage.

4) Avoid overfeeding the fish in the pond.
 

Green water indicates that floating algae is probably just starting to grow. We recommend using Tetra Pond AlgoRem to specifically inhibit its growth.

Tetra Pond AlgoClean uses active oxygen to destroy the algae cell membranes. It takes effect immediately and eliminates even stubborn carpets of algae.

The treatment is safe for fish provided the dosing instructions are followed. It is important to ensure sufficient aeration during treatment.

Tetra Pond AlgoClean should take effect shortly after use. The effect is indicated by discolouration of the algae, which is dissolved by the active oxygen. It can take 24 – 48 hours to remove stubborn and thick carpets of algae. In cases of strong blanketweed growth, an additional dose is recommended after one week. 

In cases of prolific algae growth, such as blanketweed on the edge of the pond or in areas of shallow water, Tetra Pond AlgoClean can be used once a week.

The product is safe for koi and goldfish but not for sturgeon or sturgeon-like fish.

To date, there has been no indication of intolerance among turtles and frogs.

The UV lamp does not affect the efficacy of Tetra Pond AlgoClean and can therefore be switched on. In fact, a UV clarifier may even improve its performance.

No, Tetra Pond AlgoClean is not suitable for use in pools or swimming areas. However, it can be used to clean waterfalls and streams.

No, the product is designed only for use in ponds.

Tetra Pond AlgoClean is safe for all fish if used correctly. However, you must make sure that the required water parameters are met: pH level <9 and carbonate hardness >3.

Tetra Pond AlgoClean is sprinkled on the surface of the algae, so it doesn’t really matter whether the filter is running. However, strong filtration or a strong current may make it difficult to apply the product.

Tetra Pond AlgoClean is safe for filter bacteria. However, direct contact with plants and other pond inhabitants should be avoided.

The product has a shelf life of six months after opening.

When using Tetra Pond AlgoClean, it is important to make sure that the required water parameters are met: pH level <9 and carbonate hardness >3. Direct contact with plants should also be avoided.

The product can be used all year round if necessary.

The product can be used regardless of the temperature.

We cannot rule out interactions with other products.

No, the product is not suitable for preventing algae.

The speed at which the product dissolves depends on the size of the pond and the water circulation. However, the product dissolves very well in water.