Aqua Meds Arctic Blend 32 oz. (MPN AB32)

Protect your fish during the winter season with our 100% natural winter pond care bacteria. This bacteria is specially designed to thrive in cold water temperatures and prevents poor water quality, which can lead to losses and stresses for your fish. By using this treatment every other week, you can ensure that your pond and fish will be in perfect condition when spring arrives. Our winter pond care bacteria works effectively even in very cold water, as low as 35°F. It removes both deadly ionized ammonia and toxic un-ionized ammonia from your pond, as well as toxic nitrites and nitrates. Additionally, it helps to reduce and digest bottom sludge throughout the winter, while maintaining a healthy immune system for your fish. The best part is that our product is 100% natural and free from chemicals, making it safe for pets and wildlife. One common question about our product is how it removes ammonia from frigid winter pond water, when the nitrifying bacteria that typically perform this function do not work in cold water. The answer is that our Arctic Blend beneficial bacteria is not a nitrifying bacteria. Instead, it is formulated with billions of natural unique microbes that absorb the ammonia from your pond water. These microbes then process the ammonia, rendering it harmless to your fish. Thus, there is no need for the traditional nitrogen cycle involved with nitrifying bacteria when using Arctic Blend. Another question we often receive is why it is important to worry about ammonia in the winter months when fish are not eating and producing waste. The answer is that fish actually produce more ammonia through their breathing than they do from their waste. This means that even during the winter, they are still producing deadly ammonia that can harm them if not properly managed. To ensure the correct dosage for your pond size, please refer to the table below: Pond Size Dosage 500-5,000 gallons First Dose: 4 oz. every other week for two treatments Maintenance: 3 oz. every other week 5,001-10,000 gallons First Dose: 8 oz. every other week for two treatments Maintenance: 6 oz. every other week 10,001-20,000 gallons First Dose: 16 oz. every other week for two treatments Maintenance: 12 oz. every other week By following these dosage recommendations, you can effectively maintain the health and well-being of your pond and fish throughout the winter season.