Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Pellets 2.2 lbs. (MPN 10BSPP2.2)

Made with 100% natural and organic ingredients, the Barley Straw Pellets are a convenient way to improve water quality and enhance the health of fish and plants in ponds. These pellets are best introduced in areas where water is flowing and the depth is less than three feet. Alternatively, you can place some pellets in your filter media box. The application of the pellets can be done at any time of the year. Featuring an enriched formula with peat and humic acid, these pellets offer a revolutionary solution that is faster, more effective, and cleaner than traditional methods like bales, pillows, and pads. The pellets work by maturing pond water chemistry, buffering pH, and working year-round. They disperse quickly and can be broadcasted into the pond or packed in a porous fabric sock and suspended in the pond or available chamber in the skimmer or filter. Additionally, the pellets release decomposition by-products immediately and are recommended for use with all Microbe-Lift bacterial and enzymatic pond products. They provide a slow, steady release of beneficial ingredients through natural activity. Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Pellets are a cost-efficient and environmentally responsible pond conditioner that promotes a healthy pond environment. They are made using an exclusive pelleting process that eliminates the use of wheat, corn, and other binders. The barley straw used is harvested and stored under specific climatic conditions to ensure the quality of the ingredients. These pellets work similarly to barley straw but at a faster pace. They disperse evenly in the water, react photochemically with sunlight, and activate humic acids to produce hydrogen peroxide, which helps to keep the water clear. The pellets are also rich in organic peat, which softens pond water, reduces nitrate and phosphate concentrations, and provides beneficial properties similar to earthen ponds. Please note that the pellets will leave a residue on the bottom of the pond, but this can be digested by the bacteria in Microbe-Lift products, including Microbe-Lift Sludge Away.