{"product_id":"aquadesign-barley-clear-1-5kg-natural-pond-algae-control-barley-straw-pellets-treats-13-500l","title":"AquaDesign Barley Clear 1.5kg - Natural Pond Algae Control Barley Straw Pellets - Treats 13,500L","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquaDesign Barley Clear 1.5kg – Natural Barley Straw Pellets for Ponds | Algae Control \u0026amp; Clear Water Treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.5kg of AquaDesign barley clear is the equivalent to around 5X standard pond barley bales!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct includes: 1.5kg pellets, media bag \u0026amp; instruction guide.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep your pond water naturally clear with AquaDesign Barley Clear – a convenient, effective and easy-to-use alternative to traditional barley straw bales.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquaDesign Barley Clear is a natural pond water treatment made from barley straw pellets, specially designed to help control algae growth and maintain clean, clear and healthy pond water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike bulky, messy barley straw bales, Barley Clear pellets offer a compact, convenient and easy-to-measure solution for pond maintenance. Simply place the required quantity of pellets into the supplied fine mesh bag and position it in your pond, ideally near a waterfall, filter outlet or fountain where water circulation is strongest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the barley straw pellets gradually break down in oxygen-rich water and sunlight, they release naturally occurring compounds that help inhibit algae growth and maintain water clarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for koi ponds, goldfish ponds, wildlife ponds, ornamental ponds and water gardens, AquaDesign Barley Clear provides a natural alternative to conventional chemical algae treatments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Natural Barley Straw Pellets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – A natural approach to controlling algae and maintaining clear pond water.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlternative to Barley Straw Bales\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Enjoy the benefits of traditional barley straw without bulky, untidy bales floating around your pond.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHelps Prevent Algae Growth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Gradually releases natural compounds as the pellets decompose, helping to reduce the development of algae.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFish \u0026amp; Wildlife Safe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e– Suitable for ponds containing koi, goldfish, aquatic plants and visiting wildlife when used as directed.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to Measure \u0026amp; Apply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Convenient pellet format allows accurate dosing according to your pond’s volume.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied with a Fine Mesh Bag\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Keeps the pellets contained for tidy application, convenient positioning and easy removal.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-Lasting Natural Treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Slow-release action helps maintain water clarity over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for a Variety of Ponds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Suitable for small garden ponds, large koi ponds, ornamental water features and wildlife ponds.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Does AquaDesign Barley Clear Work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarley straw has long been used as a natural method of helping to control algae in garden ponds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquaDesign Barley Clear uses the same principle in a convenient pellet form. When placed in pond water, the pellets slowly decompose in the presence of oxygen and sunlight, releasing natural compounds that help inhibit algae development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike chemical treatments designed to produce rapid results, Barley Clear works gradually, helping to maintain a clearer pond over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResults typically become noticeable within \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1–2 weeks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, depending on water temperature, sunlight, oxygen levels and pond conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor best results, use when pond water temperatures are above 10°C, ideally from early spring through autumn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquaDesign Barley Clear is easy to dose according to your pond’s water volume.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended initial dosage: 100g per 900 litres of pond water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"964.0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"middle\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePond Volume\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"middle\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInitial Dose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"middle\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e450 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"middle\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"middle\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e900 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"middle\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"middle\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,800 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"middle\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e200g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"middle\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3,600 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"middle\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e400g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"middle\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9,000 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"middle\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,000g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne 1.5kg pack treats up to 13,500 litres (approximately 3,565 UK gallons) of pond water at the recommended initial dosage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor ongoing maintenance, top up with approximately half the initial dose every 4–6 weeks during the active pond season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasure Your Dose\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Calculate your pond’s volume and measure the required amount of Barley Clear pellets.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFill the Mesh Bag\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Place the pellets inside the supplied fine mesh bag and secure it.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition in Flowing Water\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Place the bag near a waterfall, filter outlet or fountain to encourage good water circulation and oxygen exposure.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep Near the Surface\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Position the bag within the top 12–18 inches of pond water, where sunlight and oxygen levels are generally highest.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintain Regularly\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Add a maintenance dose every 4–6 weeks to help maintain water clarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Barley Clear Pellets Instead of Traditional Barley Straw Bales?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional barley straw bales can be bulky, difficult to position and unsightly in smaller garden ponds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquaDesign Barley Clear offers the same natural barley straw approach in a more practical pellet format.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pellets are easy to store, measure and apply, while the supplied mesh bag helps keep your pond tidy and makes removal simple.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you have a small ornamental pond or a large koi pond, Barley Clear provides a convenient way to incorporate natural barley straw treatment into your regular pond maintenance routine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e AquaDesign\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Barley Clear\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePack Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.5kg\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural Barley Straw Pellets\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eApplication:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pond Algae Control \u0026amp; Water Clarity Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCoverage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Up to 13,500 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