Beneficial Bacteria
Provides clean, clear and healthy water conditions and reduces pond maintenance. Effective at reducing fish waste, uneaten fish food, decaying plant matter and excess nutrients that cause algae.
Specifically formulated to naturally balance pond water, and improve overall quality and clarity. Helps balance nutrient levels and reduce the amount of organic waste in the pond. The higher the organic load, the more algae. Liquids go to work much faster in comparison to dry formulas.
Helps establish a balance of nutrients in the pond, reduce nitrogen levels, organic waste and improves dissolved oxygen, which in turn produces cleaner water and a healthier environment for all inhabitants of the pond. These dry formulas have extended shelf lives and generally handle larger volumes in comparison to liquid formulas.
Use these kits to maintain optimum clarity and quality in your pond or water feature. Featuring the popular Microbe-Lift EZ Start Pond Kit and more! The EZ Start Pond Kit contains a full season's bacterial needs at a discounted price.
Specifically designed for large ponds and lakes. These biological treatments create a healthy environment for your pond, breaks down organic sludge and slime, reduces ammonia and nitrite levels and more.
Natural, beneficial, environmentally safe bacteria used to improve water quality and clarity. Available in liquid and dry forms. Provides clean, clear and healthy water conditions and reduces pond maintenance. Effective at reducing fish waste, uneaten fish food, decaying plant matter and excess nutrients that cause algae.
Most Popular Beneficial Bacteria
A natural, beneficial, environmentally safe bacteria that is non-pathogenic, non-toxic and non-caustic. Microbe-lift PL creates a healthy environment in your pond and promotes faster fish growth. It improves dissolved oxygen levels and reduces hydrogen sulfide odors. Microbe-lift PL works in both high and low alkalinity. It metabolizes dead algae and dissolves away organic sludge. Safe for wildlife and pets that may drink out of pond.
- Contains photosynthetic bacteria
- Creates a cleaner environment for your pond
- Improves fish health, growth and longevity
- Promotes cycling of pond including nitrate elimination
- Seeds and maintains biological filter
- Use when water temperatures are above 50F
- 2 years unopened shelf-life, 1 year opened
Microbe-Lift PL Basic Application Rates | |||
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Pond Size (gallons) |
1st Application (purge) |
Next 4 Weeks (once per week) |
Maintenance (once per month) |
10 - 20 | 2 oz. | 1 oz. | 1 oz. |
21-50 | 4 oz. | 1.5 oz. | 1.5 oz. |
51-80 | 6 oz. | 1.5 oz. | 1.5 oz. |
81-250 | 8 oz. | 2 oz. | 2 oz. |
251-500 | 10 oz. | 3 oz. | 3 oz. |
501-1,000 | 14 oz. | 5 oz. | 5 oz. |
1,001-1,500 | 18 oz | 6 oz. | 6 oz. |
1,501-2,500 | 24 oz | 8 oz. | 8 oz. |
2,501-3,500 | 28 oz. | 10 oz. | 10 oz. |
3,501-5,000 | 32 oz. | 12 oz. | 12 oz. |
5,001-7,500 | 40 oz. | 16 oz. | 16 oz |
7,501-10,000 | 48 oz. | 20 oz. | 20 oz. |
Microbe-Lift PL Beneficial Bacteria
SKU | Size | Add | |
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$24.20 $19.36 | 48 Points |
12345 |
1 pint |
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$36.40 $22.95 | 73 Points |
52345 |
1 quart |
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$87.74 $48.99 | 142 Points |
22345 |
1 gallon |
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$83.49 $47.99 | 165 Points |
WWGPL |
1.05 gallons |
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$424.46 $229.95 | 575 Points |
20285 |
5 gallons |
Aquascape Cold Water Beneficial Bacteria contains 7 pure strains of concentrated beneficial bacteria that work quickly cleaning and balancing your water garden. This Cold Water Beneficial Bacteria works at temperatures below 50F or 10C. Water gardens are enclosed ecosystems, which sometimes factors like fish load, uneaten fish food, organics such as leaves, sludge and unwanted debris may disrupt the balance. Aquascape Cold Water Beneficial Bacteria contains a specific combination of bacteria that are most effective at doing two jobs- reducing organic material such as leaves and pond sludge and reducing ammonia, nitrite and excess nutrients such as phosphate that are known to cause poor water quality and unsightly water conditions.
Aquascape Cold Water Beneficial Bacteria Dosage | |
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Add to the area of the pond with the most circulation or directly into the skimmer opening | |
One pump treats up to 100 gallons of water. | |
In Fall | In Spring |
If Water Temperature is below 50°F, Treat 2 times per week for the first 2 weeks |
When water temperature reaches 40°F, Treat 2 times per week for the first 2 weeks |
After initial treatment, use a maintenance dose of 1 pump per 100 gallons weekly, or until water begins to freeze | After initial treatment, use a maintenance dose of 1 pump per 100 gallons weekly, until water temperature is 60°F |
Aquascape Cold Water Beneficial Bacteria
SKU | Size | Treats (up to) | Add | |
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$14.98 $11.98 | 30 Points |
98892 |
8 Ounces |
5,000 gallons |
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$24.98 $19.98 | 50 Points |
98893 |
16 Ounces |
10,000 gallons-100 gallons per pump |
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$39.98 $31.98 | 80 Points |
98894 |
32 Ounces |
20,000 gallons -100 gallons per pump |
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$99.98 $79.98 | 200 Points |
96021 |
1 gallon |
80,000 gallons |
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$99.99 $89.99 | 225 Points |
98895 |
1 gallon |
96,000 gallons -500 gallons per pump |
Beneficial bacteria keeps your pond clean and your fish healthy!
Pond Support is a concentrate dry beneficial bacteria that removes bottom sludge and deadly hydrogen sulfide and its bad odor. Plus, Pond Support's unique slow release oxygen formula improves life supporting oxygen throughout your pond. Helps keep your pond clear and reduce phosphate levels and unwanted nutrients.
- Removes toxins, promoting healthy and faster fish growth
- Clears pond water nature's way
- Dissolves organic sludge caused by bird droppings and fish waste
- Stabilizes pH, adds life supporting carbonates
- Stimulates the "beneficial bacteria" in your filter for peak performance
- Reduces ammonia, nitrites and phosphates
- Safe for pets, plants and wildlife
Application Rates | |
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Initial Dose | Add 2 oz. per 1,000 gallons of pond water |
Maintenance | Add 1 oz. per 1,000 gallons of pond water every other week until the pond water temperature drops below 50°F |
Some ponds may need treatments once per week until desired results are achieved. | |
If applicable, turn off U.V. for the first 48 hours after application. | |
Mix Pond Support with 1-2 gallons of pond water, stir vigorously and scatter across the surface of the pond or pour into the waterfall or skimmer basket or near the outlet of the filter. You want the product to circulate through the pond water. |
Aqua Meds Pond Support
Icons | SKU | Size | Treats (up to) | Add | |
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$60.48 $47.95 | 120 Points |
78057 |
2 lbs |
32,000 gal (2,500 gal for 5+ months) |
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$131.38 $92.95 | 275 Points |
78058 |
5 lbs |
80,000 gal (6,000 gal for 6+ months) |
Out of Stock |
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$723.65 $499.95 | 1,250 Points |
78042 |
24 lbs |
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Macro-Zyme is the perfect choice for the control and elimination of sludge and foul odor in tanks, ponds, and lakes. Once introduced, Macro-Zyme quickly releases billions of friendly and beneficial bacteria and enzymes that work around the clock to clear, neutralize, and purify water. Used by professionals since 1991, this concentrated professional grade formula was the first on the market to introduce a 1-step maintenance program that utilizes natural bacteria and enzymes to rapidly biodegrade top and bottom sludge while reducing components that contribute to sludge build up in ponds of all sizes. Macro-Zyme will also reduce nitrates and phosphates. These bacteria, as well as the bacteria in Macro-Zyme + will:
- Reduce odors in 24 hours or less
- Rapidly remove dead grass, leaves, paper, fish waste, and sludge
- Clear water and help restore a healthy oxygen level
- Reapply every 2-3 weeks
Macro-Zyme Beneficial Bacteria | |
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Description | Dosage |
(6) 1 oz water soluble bags | 1 oz treats up to 1000 gallons |
8 oz water soluble bags | 8 oz bag treats 1/2 acre ft. |
25 Ib. bulk in bag in box, no water soluble bags | 25 lb. bulk treats 25 acre ft. |
50 Ib. bulk in bag in box, no water soluble bags | 50 lb. bulk treats 50 acre ft. |
Kasco Macro-Zyme Beneficial Bacteria
Icons | SKU | Description | Treatment Area | Reapplication | Typical Use | Add | |
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$13.36 | 33 Points |
60552 |
8 Ounces ws bag |
1/2 acre-foot |
Every 3 weeks |
Small to medium ponds |
Out of Stock |
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$529.00 | 1,323 Points |
60558 |
case of 40 x 8 Ounces ws bags |
up to 20 acre-feet |
Every 3 weeks |
Small to medium ponds |
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$89.50 | 224 Points |
MZMB5 |
Muck Block; 6 lbs. block |
Up to 6 acre-feet |
Every 30 days |
Medium to large ponds & feeder steams |
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$95.00 | 238 Points |
MZMP7 |
Muck Pucks; 7 lbs. pail with 266 pucks |
up to 10 ft.sq per puck |
Every 3 weeks |
Spot treatment around docks and swimming |
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$583.00 | 1,458 Points |
60601 |
25 lbs. bulk bag in pail, no ws bags |
up to 25 acre-feet |
Every 3 weeks |
Medium to large ponds |
Aquascape Beneficial Bacteria Concentrate is a dry water treatment that helps to provide clean, clear, and healthy water conditions, significantly reducing pond maintenance. Each container of Aquascape Beneficial Bacteria Concentrate is packed full of eight pure strains of concentrated beneficial bacteria and is completely safe for fish, plants, pets, and wildlife. Our Beneficial Bacteria Concentrate will effectively reduce fish waste, organic plant material, sludge, and excess nutrients in your pond, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your water feature and less time maintaining it. Our bacteria contains a 3 billion CFU per ounce potency, ensuring consistently effective treatment, and the included marigold and vitamin B help to bring out the natural colors of your fish while maintaining proper fish health.
Aquascape Beneficial Bacteria - Dry
SKU | Size | Treats (up to) | Add | |
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$14.98 $11.98 | 30 Points |
98925 |
4.4 Ounces |
26,000 gallons |
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$21.98 $17.58 | 44 Points |
98948 |
8.8 Ounces |
52,000 gallons |
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$34.98 $27.98 | 70 Points |
98949 |
1.1 lb |
104,000 gallons |
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$149.98 $119.98 | 300 Points |
98950 |
7 lbs |
660,400 gallons |
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$199.99 $179.99 | 450 Points |
30407 |
9 lbs |
870,000 gallons |
100% Natural Winter Pond Care Bacteria that thrives in cold water temperature!
Protect your fish from poor water quality throughout the winter season. Prevents poor winter water conditions, losses and stresses that can cause spring pathogenic outbreaks. Just one easy treatment every other week and your pond and fish will be in perfect condition come spring!
- Works in very cold water (as low as 35°F)
- Removes deadly ionized ammonia and toxic un-ionized ammonia
- Removes toxic nitrites and nitrates
- Reduces and digests bottom sludge all winter
- Helps maintain a healthy immune system
- Will not deplete the oxygen level in your water
- Reduces spring clean-up
- 100% natural, NO CHEMICALS, safe for pets and wildlife
AquaMeds Arctic Blend Application Rates | ||
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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 |
Aqua Meds Arctic Blend
Icons | SKU | Size | Treats (up to) | Add | |
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$45.72 $37.95 | 95 Points |
78063 |
32 Ounces |
5,000 gallons for FIVE months |
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$144.44 $119.95 | 300 Points |
78062 |
1 gallon |
20,000 gallons for FIVE months |
Specially Formulated for Pond Winterization
Microbe-Lift Autumn/Winter Prep helps accelerate the decomposition of leaves, sediment and other organic matter during the fall and winter months. It will also jump start your pond to a healthier environment in the spring.
Microbe-Lift Autumn/Winter Prep is a two-part system of liquid bacteria and dry, water soluble packets containing a blend of cellulase enzymes, cellulase-producing bacteria and a cold weather bacteria. The cellulase enzymes, along with the cellulase-producing bacteria, are the key to accelerating the breakdown of leaves, organic sediment and sludge all winter long. Continues to provide sustained biological activity even in water temperatures under 40°F. (4°C.)
- 80 - 2,500 gallons add 1 packet per month
- 2,501 - 10,000 gallons add 2 packets per month
- 10,001 - 100,000 gallons add 3 packets per month
- 100,001 - 300,000 gallons add 4 packets per month
Microbe-Lift Autumn Prep Application Rates | |||
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Pond Size (Gallons) |
1st Application | Next 3 Weeks (Once per week) |
Maintenance (Once per month) |
80 - 200 | 4 oz. | 2 oz. | 2 oz. |
201 - 500 | 6 oz. | 3 oz. | 3 oz. |
501 - 1,000 | 8 oz. | 4 oz. | 4 oz. |
1,001 - 2,500 | 12 oz. | 6 oz. | 6 oz. |
2501 - 5000 | 16 oz. | 8 oz. | 8 oz. |
5001 - 7500 | 20 oz. | 10 oz. | 10 oz. |
7501 - 10,000 | 24 oz. | 12 oz. | 12 oz. |
10,001 - 25,000 | 48 oz. | 20 oz. | 20 oz. |
25,001 - 50,000 | 64 oz. | 40 oz. | 40 oz. |
50,001 - 100,000 | 1 gal. | 60 oz. | 60 oz. |
100,001 - 300,000 | 2 gal. | 96 oz. | 96 oz. |
Run out of dry packets? The
Microbe-Lift Spring/Summer packets are exactly the same!
Microbe-Lift Autumn/Winter Prep
SKU | Size | Add | |
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$41.54 $31.99 | 83 Points |
56264 |
1 quart & 4 pcs. - 2 oz packets |
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$124.68 $78.95 | 197 Points |
56263 |
1 gallon & 8 pcs. - 2 oz packets |
Gives you all the benefits of Arctic and Summer Blend, in one specially formulated dry concentrate.
Dual Blend will improve the efficiency of your filter, regardless of its size, by adding in reducing the heavy Bio-load during the summer months. Plus, it will give your filter the extra boost it needs to keep your pond water non-toxic during those hot summer spikes of ammonia and nitrite, by removing excess ammonia and aiding in reducing fish waste.
- Removes Ionized Ammonia & Toxic Unionized Ammonia
- Removes toxic nitrites and nitrates
- Works in very cold water (as low as 35 F)
- Reduces bottom sludge build-up all year
- Helps maintain a healthy immune system
- Reduces spring clean-up
- 100% Natural, No Chemicals, safe for pets & wildlife
Directions | Start treating when water temperature drops to 55 degrees F | |
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First Dosage | 4 grams every 1000 Gal, every day for 4 days. | |
Maintenance | 4 grams every 1000 Gal, every other week. |
Dilute Dual Blend in a bucket of pond water and add to pond. Cold winters make it difficult to mix in pond water, chlorine free "tap water" can be used. For chlorine-treated tap water, use bottled water.
Aqua Meds Dual Blend
SKU | Size | Treats (up to) | Add | |
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$97.34 $79.95 | 200 Points |
78090 |
2 lbs. |
10,000 Gallons |