{"title":"Pond Dye \u0026 Colorant","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"collection-seo-content\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003ePond Dye for Algae Reduction and Visual Appeal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003ePond dye serves a dual purpose — it gives your pond a beautiful blue, blue-black, or natural-looking tint while blocking the UV light that fuels algae growth. Play It Koi carries pond dyes and colorants from CrystalClear, Aqua Meds, Microbe-Lift, and other trusted brands in a range of colors designed specifically for ornamental ponds and water gardens. Pond dye is fish-safe, plant-safe, and will not stain pond liners or equipment when used at recommended doses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHow Pond Dye Controls Algae\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAlgae require sunlight to photosynthesize and multiply. Pond dye works by filtering out specific wavelengths of UV and visible light, reducing the light energy available to algae below the surface. This does not eliminate algae entirely but significantly slows its growth rate, especially string algae and suspended single-cell algae. Dye is most effective in ponds deeper than two feet, where it can shade the lower water column effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eChoosing a Pond Dye Color\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eBlue dye creates a vibrant, resort-style appearance and is the most popular choice for decorative water features. Blue-black dyes produce a deeper, more reflective surface that creates a mirror-like effect. Natural brown tints mimic the look of a woodland pond. The choice is primarily aesthetic — all colors provide similar levels of UV filtration. Most dyes last four to six weeks before needing reapplication, depending on water volume and turnover from rainfall or water changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eUsing Dye as Part of an Algae Strategy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003ePond dye works best when combined with other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pond-algae-control\"\u003ealgae control\u003c\/a\u003e methods. Pair it with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pond-water-clarifier\"\u003ewater clarifiers\u003c\/a\u003e for immediate cloudiness relief and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pond-barley-straw\"\u003ebarley straw\u003c\/a\u003e for ongoing biological algae prevention. For ponds with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pond-plants\"\u003epond plants\u003c\/a\u003e, note that heavy dye concentrations can reduce light for submerged plants — adjust dosing accordingly. A \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pond-uv\"\u003eUV clarifier\u003c\/a\u003e remains the most effective solution for persistent green water, with dye providing an excellent complementary layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003ePlay It Koi offers free shipping on orders over $99. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eContact our team\u003c\/a\u003e for help choosing the right dye color and concentration for your pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eRelated Categories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pond-algae-control\"\u003eAlgae Control\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pond-water-clarifier\"\u003eWater Clarifiers\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pond-barley-straw\"\u003eBarley Straw\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pond-plants\"\u003ePond Plants\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pond-uv\"\u003eUV Clarifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"microbe-lift-bio-blue","title":"Microbe-Lift Bio-Blue Enzymes \u0026 Pond Colorant","description":"Microbe-Lift Bio-Blue Enzymes \u0026amp; Pond Colorant is specially formulated to safely color lakes, lagoons, decorative ponds, fountains and water features a beautiful shade of blue! At the same time, its enzymes assist the beneficial bacteria in your pond to create a healthy pond environment.\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWill not stain birds, fish, pond rocks or most concrete fountains once diluted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe for humans, plants, fish and other aquatic life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixes completely in just hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Each ounce treats 500 gallons.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication Rate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8 oz: Use 1\/2 oz per 250 gallon pond. 16 oz: Use 1 oz per 500 gallon pond. Gallon: Use 2 oz per 1,000 gallon pond. 5 Gallon: 1 gallon per surface acre 4 ft to 6 ft deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- pik-docaudit --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDocumentation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1287\/3545\/files\/SDS-MICROBE-LIFT-BIO-BLUE.pdf?v=1781155063\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMicrobe-Lift Bio-Blue Enzymes \u0026amp; Pond Colorant — Spec Sheet (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Microbe-Lift","offers":[{"title":"8 oz Microbe-Lift Bio-Blue","offer_id":31560880652358,"sku":"MLBB8","price":9.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16 oz Microbe-Lift Bio-Blue","offer_id":31560880685126,"sku":"MLBB16","price":18.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 gal. Microbe-Lift Bio-Blue","offer_id":31560880717894,"sku":"MLBBG4","price":59.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 gal. Microbe-Lift Bio-Blue","offer_id":31560880750662,"sku":"MLBB5","price":198.61,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1287\/3545\/files\/microbe-lift-bio-blue-family.jpg?v=1777247887"},{"product_id":"pondmax-tintmax-pond-colorant","title":"PondMAX TintMAX Pond Colorant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInhibits photosynthesis to discourage plant growth, creating cleaner and clearer water. Provides shade and protects your pond in the warmer months to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe for all aquatic life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eEnhances the appearance of pond and water features\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16 oz. (03PT102): \u003cspan\u003eTreats 16,000 Gallons\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"PondMAX","offers":[{"title":"16 ounce -  TintMAX Pond Colorant","offer_id":32184022204486,"sku":"03PT102","price":19.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1287\/3545\/products\/pondmax-tintmax-pond-colorant-play-it-koi-1.jpg?v=1705164149"},{"product_id":"crystalclear-pondtint-blue","title":"CrystalClear PondTint Pond Dye, 16 Ounces","description":"CrystalClear PondTint is a non-toxic pond dye designed to help keep water sparkling clean and cool. It turns your pond an alluring shade of blue to help photosynthesis from occurring within your pond. This will help keep algae from forming, provide safety for fish from predators and will help keep the water cooler on hot summer days. If a pond does not have significant plant coverage, it is a good idea to use PondTint in the hot summer months to shade the pond. CrystalClear PondTint is a mild dye that is not overpowering, so that you will still be able to see your fish.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps keep water clear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilters sunlight to cool pond water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-toxic and safe for fish \u0026amp; plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16 oz treats 16,000 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAdd PondTint until desired color is achieved, reapply as needed.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersistent Problem Application Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDo a 20€° water change and re-apply.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Best Results\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eApply to an area of the pond with the most water flow for proper dispersion of the product.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Notices\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDo not use where chlorine is present.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ciframe allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AT4C96PFpoc\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"CrystalClear","offers":[{"title":"Blue","offer_id":40039258619974,"sku":"CC064-16","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Nite (Deep Blue)","offer_id":40039258652742,"sku":"CC085-16","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1287\/3545\/products\/crystalclear-pondtint-pond-dye-16-ounces-play-it-koi.jpg?v=1705164615"},{"product_id":"atlantic-typhoon-pond-dye-black","title":"Atlantic Typhoon Black Pond Dyes","description":"\u003cp\u003eAtlantic Typhoon Black Pond Dye tints pond water a natural shaded-water black that deepens the reflection, hides liner seams, and reduces light penetration to control sub-surface algae. Available as 4 oz water-soluble dry packs (2-pack or 4-pack) or as a 1-gallon liquid concentrate. Dose at Atlantic's recommended rate by pond surface area and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep natural-black tint — reduces light penetration to control sub-surface algae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater-soluble 4 oz dry packs (2 and 4 counts) or 1 gallon liquid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDose at manufacturer's rate by pond surface area and depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe for fish plants and wildlife at labeled doses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHides liner seams and deepens water reflection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDocumentation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1287\/3545\/files\/Atlantic_Typhoon_Pond_Dye_Black_SDS_2022_1.pdf?v=1776644356\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePond Dye Black SDS (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Atlantic Water Gardens","offers":[{"title":"2 x 4 oz Dry Packs - Atlantic Typhoon Black Pond Dye","offer_id":44925348610118,"sku":"TPWDBLK2","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 x 4 oz Dry Packs - Atlantic Typhoon Black Pond Dye","offer_id":44925348642886,"sku":"TPWDBLK4","price":96.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Gallon Liquid - Atlantic Typhoon Black Pond Dye","offer_id":44925348675654,"sku":"TPWDBLKG","price":55.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1287\/3545\/files\/TPWDBLK2_74088_BLACK_POND_DYE_2000x2000_99131124-5be1-4789-88f0-29cf44617674.jpg?v=1776701808"},{"product_id":"atlantic-typhoon-pond-dye-blue","title":"Atlantic Typhoon Blue Pond Dyes","description":"\u003cp\u003eAtlantic Typhoon Blue Pond Dye tints pond water a bright ornamental blue that lifts the visual feel of a garden pond and reduces light penetration to control sub-surface algae. Available as 4 oz water-soluble dry packs (2-pack or 4-pack) or as a 1-gallon liquid concentrate. Dose at Atlantic's recommended rate by pond surface area and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright ornamental-blue tint — reduces light penetration to control sub-surface algae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater-soluble 4 oz dry packs (2 and 4 counts) or 1 gallon liquid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDose at manufacturer's rate by pond surface area and depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe for fish plants and wildlife at labeled doses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic ornamental blue for garden and resort ponds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDocumentation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1287\/3545\/files\/Atlantic_Typhoon_Pond_Dye_Blue_SDS_2022_1.pdf?v=1776644356\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePond Dye Blue SDS (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Atlantic Water Gardens","offers":[{"title":"2 x 4 oz Dry Packs - Atlantic Typhoon Blue Pond Dye","offer_id":44925349134406,"sku":"TPWDBLU2","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 x 4 oz Dry Packs - Atlantic Typhoon Blue Pond Dye","offer_id":44925349167174,"sku":"TPWDBLU4","price":96.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Gallon Liquid - Atlantic Typhoon Blue Pond Dye","offer_id":44925349199942,"sku":"TPWDBLUG","price":55.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1287\/3545\/files\/TPWDBLU2_74090_BLUE_POND_DYE_2000x2000_c4a0af05-0385-4d19-871e-405c29a97568.jpg?v=1776701824"}],"url":"https:\/\/playitkoi.com\/collections\/pond-dye.oembed","provider":"Play It Koi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}