Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Pellets 4.4 lbs. (MPN 10BSPP4.4)

Made with 100% natural and organic ingredients, this product is designed to enhance water quality and promote the health of fish and plants. Barley Straw Pellets are a convenient and effective form of barley that can be introduced into flowing water with a depth of less than three feet. They can also be placed in a filter media box. The application of these pellets can be done at any time of the year. Enriched with peat and humic acid, this innovative formula offers faster and more effective results with less mess and cost compared to other forms of barley treatment. It can be easily applied by broadcasting the pellets into the pond or packing them in a porous fabric sock and suspending them in the water or in a designated chamber of a skimmer or filter. The pellets release decomposition by-products immediately and are recommended for use with other Microbe-Lift pond products. They provide a slow and steady release of beneficial ingredients, promoting natural activity in the pond. Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Pellets are an environmentally responsible and cost-efficient option for maintaining a healthy pond environment. They are made from barley straw and natural peats, processed and packaged to ensure easy and clean application. The pellets work similarly to traditional barley straw by releasing natural chemicals as they break down. However, they do so at a faster rate, dispersing evenly throughout the water and reacting with sunlight to activate humic acids. This process produces hydrogen peroxide, which helps keep the water clear. The pellets also contain organic peat, which softens pond water, reduces nitrate and phosphate concentrations, and provides additional benefits for lined ponds. It is important to note that Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Pellets may leave a residue on the bottom of the pond. This residue can be digested by the bacteria in Microbe-Lift products, such as Microbe-Lift Sludge Away.