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Suspended Algae in Ponds

By Ellen Wells | Published: July 6, 2009

Q. What is the best way to get rid of green water in the pond other than using a UV light?
San Mateo, California
A. I have tried numerous additives to clear suspended algae (the type that causes green water). In my case, and many others of my customers, the only lasting solution is the UV light.
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Algae Problems in Washington

By Ellen Wells | Published: May 18, 2009

Q. We have had a pond and water system for two full years now. It is a gorgeous 12-pluse foot drop into a pond. We plan to extend the pond this summer and add a stream as well. But, our problem seems to be in not being able to grow plants other than string algae. [...]

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More Pond Algae Problems

By Ellen Wells | Published: May 13, 2009

Q. My biofalls pond was full of algae last year so I emptied it and power washed the stones and gravel. Is there any fish and plant safe chemical I can use to kill off the remaining algae? (followed by rinsing and pumping out the rinase water.) Thanks.
-Edmonton, Alberta
A. AlgaeFix is a very effective algae [...]

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