{"product_id":"pond-medic-algae-straw","title":"Pond Medic - Algae Straw","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"289\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"289\"\u003eAlgae Straw – Natural Control for Algae \u0026amp; Blanket Weed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"291\" data-end=\"678\"\u003eAlgae Straw is a natural, chemical-free solution designed to help control algae and blanket weed in ponds. As the straw slowly breaks down, it releases naturally occurring micro-organisms and compounds that inhibit algae growth without harming fish, plants, or other aquatic life. Safe, effective, and easy to use, Algae Straw is ideal for long-term algae prevention in ornamental ponds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"696\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"786\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"786\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"743\"\u003eNaturally Controls Algae \u0026amp; Blanket Weed\u003c\/strong\u003e – Inhibits algae growth as it decomposes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"876\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"876\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"818\"\u003eSafe for All Aquatic Life\u003c\/strong\u003e – Non-toxic and suitable for fish, plants, and wildlife\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"939\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"939\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"905\"\u003eChemical-Free Solution\u003c\/strong\u003e – No harsh algaecides or metals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"1012\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"1012\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"970\"\u003eLong-Lasting Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e – Once active, works for up to 3 months\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003eHigh Surface Area Design\u003c\/strong\u003e – Maximises oxygen and water penetration for effectiveness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003eIdeal for Preventative Use\u003c\/strong\u003e – Best added before algae blooms occur\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1253\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1253\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Algae Control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Garden Ponds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Algae and blanket weed 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data-end=\"2030\"\u003eUse \u003cstrong data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"2014\"\u003e1 x 50g bundle per 4,500 litres\u003c\/strong\u003e of pond water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003eFloat the straw bundle near a waterfall, fountain, or high-flow area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003eAnchor the mat or bundle in place if required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2156\" data-end=\"2221\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2221\"\u003eReplace straw every \u003cstrong data-start=\"2179\" data-end=\"2191\"\u003e3 months\u003c\/strong\u003e for continued effectiveness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2249\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2249\"\u003eImportant Usage 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