How does it work? When barley is exposed to water and sunlight, natural bacteria begins to grow. Barley bacteria grows slowly as it begins to decompose, outperforming man-made bacteria. Allow 3-8 weeks before results can be seen.
Instructions: Remove mesh-filled bag from outer wrap. Place bag in return portion of bio-filter and/or anywhere in pond where good water flow and current occur. SUNLIGHT and WATER FLOW are crucial elements in the decomposition process. Make sure you use both elements in choosing the location for your bag(s) to be placed.
Directions: Float on the water's surface, or weight down under water (using a rock). Barley Straw should be used in conjunction with adequate mechanical/biological filtration system.
Helpful Hint: If you have large amounts of string algae in your pond, remove it by hand prior to treating your pond. Always have multiple bags decomposing to insure the highest level of barley bacteria possible. Place bags(s) in desired area- 2 to 3 weeks later, place a second bag(s) in desired area- 2 to 3 weeks later, replace first bag with a new bag. Continue this alternating process every three weeks throughout your ponding season, insuring you will always have decomposing barley bacteria.
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