{"product_id":"api-pondcare-microbial-algae-clean","title":"API Pondcare Microbial Algae Clean Natural Pond Algae Control","description":"\u003cp\u003eAPI® Pond Microbial Algae Clean uses a novel approach to algae control — live bacteria that compete with unsightly green water and string algae for nutrients, starving it out naturally. It's an alternative to chemical algaecides: safe for fish, plants, and biological filters while reducing ongoing pond maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in three sizes for any pond:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e — small to medium ponds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e64 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e — mid-size ponds, season-long use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 Gallon\u003c\/strong\u003e — large ponds, best value per ounce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAll-natural bacterial algae control\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReduces green water algae (Chlorella) naturally\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSafe for koi, goldfish, aquatic plants, and wildlife\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWon't harm the biological filter or affect pH\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEffective alternative to chemical algaecides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDirections for Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInitial treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 1 teaspoon per 50 gallons (or 0.25 cup per 600 gallons) twice weekly for the first two weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOngoing maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 1 teaspoon per 50 gallons once weekly to maintain control of green water algae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest practice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply when water temperature is above 50°F. Remove activated carbon from filters during treatment.\u003c\/p\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\/api-microbial-algae-clean-safety-data-sheet.pdf?v=1776701249\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAPI Pond Microbial Algae Clean Safety Data Sheet (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"API (Pond Care)","offers":[{"title":"16 oz - API Pond Microbial Algae Clean","offer_id":44925329080390,"sku":"269B","price":15.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"64 oz - API Pond Microbial Algae Clean","offer_id":44925329702982,"sku":"269D","price":54.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Gallon - API Pond Microbial Algae Clean","offer_id":44925329735750,"sku":"269C","price":81.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1287\/3545\/files\/microbial-algae-clean-1_1e3f0c14-e389-48c5-ac22-91d72fb80244.jpg?v=1776701254","url":"https:\/\/playitkoi.com\/vi\/products\/api-pondcare-microbial-algae-clean","provider":"Play It Koi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}