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MICROBE-LIFT®/ACTIVATED CARBON maximizes the removal of contaminants, helping to keep water clean and clear. MICROBE-LIFT®/ACTIVATED CARBON is a coal-based carbon for use in decorative ponds and water gardens. Fast-acting and highly-activated, it can be used in all types filters to aggressively eliminate: odors, discoloration caused by tannis from decayed leaves (tea colored water), organic debris pollutants, pesticides, detergents and toxins, as well as medications, without releasing phosphates or causing unwanted growth. Activated carbon attracts pollutants which “stick” to it like a magnet. Carbon cannot be reactivated like zeolite. Activated carbon can remove some chlorine and chloramines from city tap water. The amount of removal is based on the amount of chlorine/chloramines in the water and the amount of carbon used.

For small ponds with heavy algae growth, clean the excess algae off the sides and ornaments before adding MicrobeLift ALGAWAY 5.4™. This will reduce the amount of decaying organic matter. Fountains, Small Ponds with goldfish and koi - Treat only those fountains and ponds which will have no outflow after treatment.

Caution: In ponds, insure that water is well aerated via waterfall, fountain or other method to prevent fish loss.

Aeration must be continuous.

Caution: Not safe for use with snails, shrimp and other crustaceans or mollusks.

• Will continue to provide sustained biological activity even in water temperature under 55°
• Helps to jump start your pond to a healthier environment in the spring
• Helps to maintain a healthy immune system for your fish during the winter months
• Reduces buildup of dead leaves and organic sediment all winter long
• If frozen, the bacteria will remain effective after thawing out
• Effective in darker conditions (under ice and snow)

Microbe-Lift/Barley Straw Pellets are a safe and cost effective pond conditioner. Natural barley straw and peat has been processed and packaged to make them easy to apply with no mess.

The many benefits of barley pellets is it's ability to provide sustained release of natural chemicals. Included in this is hydrogen peroxide, which is an oxidizing agent used to keep water clear. Barley pellets contain humic acid and peat which is used to soften pond water and reduce negative effects of phosphates while improving water quality, without harming fish.

• Will not stain. Safe for humans, plants and aquatic life.
• Blocks out specific light rays.
• No restrictions on swimming, irrigating or fishing.

Microbe-Lift Bio-Blue Pond Colorant & Enzymes. Specially formulated for lakes, lagoons, decorative ponds, fountain & water features. Safely colors water a beautiful shad of blue while the enzymes help to create a healthy pond enviroment by digesting organic waste and reducing noxious odors.

Will not stain birds or fish. Safe for human, plants and aquatic life. Blocks out specific light rays. No restrictions on swimming, irrigating or fishing. Makes off-color water more appealing. Mixes completely in hours.

1/2oz. (1 tbsp.) Per 250 gallons 1oz. (2 tbsp.) Per 500 gallons 2oz. (4 tbsp.) Per 1000 gallons 5oz. (10 tbsp.) Per 2500 gallons.

This specially formulated solution can be used for natural or decorative water gardens to encourage better root and blossom development in your plants.

Microbe-Lift Ensure also promotes greater plant vitality, reduces transplant shock, increases luster of leaves and pads and provides healthier overall growth of your plant-life.

Microbe-Lift Ensure can be used in any pond or water garden and is safe for use with any other Microbe-Lift products.

Similar to Microbe-Lift PL, PL Gel Bacteria contains a concentrated bacteria culture to fortify your pond and keep it safe.

Put beneficial bacteria right where you want it with the gel form of Microbe-lift's popular PL formula. The thick gel allows you to quickly seed new filter media or repopulate old media without the mess and hassle of liquids.

MICROBE-LIFT PL/GEL is a technological breakthrough because it's the first product that puts the bacteria right where you want it and it STAYS THERE!

MICROBE-LIFT PL/GEL will quickly attach to and populate any filter media including foam, strapping, floss, bio-balls, ceramic media, etc. This will help to rapidly establish the necessary biological activity in your filter to stabilize your pond's environment quickly. MICROBE-LIFT PL/GEL will also help restore this activity to your filter when you clean or change the media in your filter.

A Proprietary Formulation for Larger Rural Lakes and Ponds. Reduces ammonia nitrogen levels as well as biological oxygen demand. Creates a healthy environment for your pond, promoting faster fish growth. Safe for all wildlife in and around your pond.

Significalntly reduces noxious odors. Reduces hydrogen sulfide, which creates strong, offensive odors. Breaks down organic sludge and improves dissolved oxygen levels.

5000-10,000 gallons; 2 gallons initially and 16oz weekly for a month and then 16oz once monthly.

10,001-50,000 gallons; 2.5 gallons initially and 20oz weekly for a month and then 20oz once monthly.

50,001-100,000 gallons; 3 gallons initially and 24oz weekly for a month and then 24oz once monthly.

100,001-300,000 gallons; 3.5 gallons initially and 32oz weekly for a month and then 32oz once monthly.

300,001-500,000 gallons; 4 gallons initially and 64oz weekly for a month and then 64oz once monthly.

500,001-1,000,000 gallons; 8 gallons initially and 1 gal weekly for a month and then 1 gal once monthly.

• Clay is used in ponds to achieve many goals:
• Fish nutrition through mineral ingestion
• Immunity against viruses
• Improving fish color
• Detoxifying and clarifying pond water
• Comes in resealable plastic jar

New from Microbe-lift is OxyPond Cleaner which uses oxygen power to break down unsightly debris and string algae. Especially helpful on streams and waterfalls, deep cleans rocks and planters. Oxidizes and detoxifies to help prevent pond odors. Dosage varies depending on the amount of debris or algae. Safe for fish and plants.

Heavy Accumulation:

• 501-1000 gallons 8oz initially, 4oz weekly thereafter
• 1001-1500 gallons 12 oz initially, 6oz weekly thereafter
• 1501-2500 gallons 16 oz initially, 8oz weekly thereafter

This product is especially helpful for ponds that have a rock or gravel bottom and where vacuuming is impractical.

Microbe-Lift SA Sludge Away is formulated specifically for the removal of organic bottom solids that are slow to degrade. It works faster at warm water temperatures, however, may be used effectively at any temperatures year-round. Recommended for use with all Microbe-Lift bacteria and enzyme products.

Details:

• Provides rapid and natural sludge and muck removal
• 80 % faster than competitive products
• Binds phosphate
• Helps improve pond clarity
• 100 % active ingredients
• Disperses quickly
• Organic and microbial based
• Bio-degradable

Microbe-Lift Spring/Summer Cleaner is a Natural Pond & Lagoon Cleaner specifically designed as a seasonal approach to the proper organic balance in ponds. This cleaner accelerates the breakdown of leaves twigs and other accumulated dead organic waste. With the Spring/Summer Cleaner you will help jump start your pond to a healthier environment in the spring. This product is not a chemical and is harmless to humans fish and plants. The treatment is spread over 4 weeks.

Details:

• Helps to jumpstart your pond to a healthier environment in the spring
• Reduces buildup of dead leaves and residual organic sediment
• Pre-measured packets
• Easy to handle
• Cost effective
• Compatible with all other Microbe-Lift products may be used along with Microbe-Lift PL for the most effective way to maintain your pond

• 1oz (2-tbs.) for every 250 gallons of pond water for the first four weeks and then 2 tbs. monthly thereafter.
• 8oz treats 80-250 gallons for 28 weeks
• 16oz treats 250-750 gallons for 16 weeks
• 3# treats 750-2000 gallons for 32 weeks
• 5# treats 2000-5000 gallons for 20 weeks.

Provides a natural pond eco-system, resulting in better overall fish health and improved water quality. For use with all ornamental, coldwater, temperate, cyprinids, native and wild species.

• Biologically supports a healthy immune system
• Reduces environmental stress
• Improves dissolved oxygen levels
• Digests organic droppings (fish fecal matter)
• Promotes rapid fish growth
• Eliminates noxious odors
• Increases resistance to pathogens & parasites
• Aids respiration and gas exchange
• Contains both Nitrosomonas and Nitrobacter bacteria
• Oxidizes both ammonia & nitrites, also reduces nitrates
• Beneficial when overpopulation exists
• Immediately seeds and maintains biological filters
• Biodegrades uneaten decomposed food (protein, starch, fats)
• Compatible with all pond flora
• Safe for all animals in and around the pond
• 32oz bottle treats up to 20,000 gallons
• Safe for fish and plants