
For anyone who’s read anything on this blog, you no doubt have come to realize that I love beneficial pond bacteria for all that it can do.
I can’t think of any one thing that will organically work and do more to improve a pond’s environment. From nutrient reduction to limiting organic material build up, and reducing what’s there if you have a good bit already, it’s really a swiss army knife for eco-friendly pond management.
With all of this “power” you’d think it was the best thing since sliced bread. But let me cover a few of it’s drawbacks…and don’t worry this won’t take long.
First, it’s not a quick fix. I find this to be a great advantage, because it means it’s usually pretty safe to use where fish and other wildlife are concerned. But it can try a person’s patience in this day and age of instant gratification. Sadly, there’s usually trade-off’s for the quick fixes and slow and steady usually win’s the race if you can hack that route.
Second, it’s important to note that at certain times of the year, and with some blends of bacteria you’re more than likely just wasting your money if you use them at the wrong time.
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