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Natural Algae Control for your Pond!

Why Barley?:

It is believed that as the barley bale decomposes, it slowly releases hydrogen peroxide in to the water at levels that are toxic to the growth of algae. As opposed to chemical algaecides, barley bales are completely natural and safe for the plant and fish life in your pond.
Barley Bale

How to Use:

Barley bales should be added to your pond early in the spring, as barley is known to prevent future algae growth, but it will not kill the algae already in place. It will take time before the barley begins to work. Scientific studies have shown that at water temperatures below 50°F, it will take 6-8 weeks before there is a noticeable algae reduction. At warmer water temperatures of 70°F, 1-2 weeks is all the time required. In warmer water, you will need to replace your barley bale 2-3 times a year, whereas in colder temperatures, your bales may last your entire pond season. Each bale is weighs a half a pound and will treat 1000 gallons of pond water.

Why our Product is Superior to Others:

Loosely Packed: Our Barley Bales are packed loosely in a mesh bag to allow water to flow through the barley allowing the barley to decompose. Each bale is approximately 1/2 pound.
Corks: Our Barley Bales contains two corks inside the bag which allows the barley bale to float at the top of the water. Scientific studies have shown that barley works the best when it is at or near the top of the water's surface.
Grommet: Our mesh bag has a grommet in the corner, which allows you to tie it in place in moving or turbulent water.

While we are out of stock, here are some other barley bale products that may satisfy your need:

Vitakraft Pond Algo Clear Active Sticks Barley Straw Pellets (3.3 lbs.)

Vitakraft Pond Algo Clear Active Sticks Barley Straw Pellets (3.3 lbs.)

A purely biological agent against green water in the garden pond.A highly effective natural product from regenerative raw materials.Ensures clear, natural pond water with a natural, golden color tone.Contains important humic materials and coloring agents, barley straw and turf granules.Not harmful to plants, fish, or other animals.
Clear Pond Barley Pond Pads — 3-Pk., Model# 20201

Clear Pond Barley Pond Pads — 3-Pk., Model# 20201

If you want to keep your pond fresh and clear all summer long, theres no better natural solution than barley straw!Barley pads effectively and conveniently clarify ponds from 10 to 700 gallons. Barley straw is safe for fish and flowering plants. Each 7in. square pad treats up to 700 gallons. A set of 3 will clear up to 2100 gallons for 4 months or 700 gallons all year long
Clear Pond Barley Pond Strip, Model# 20207

Clear Pond Barley Pond Strip, Model# 20207

If you want to keep your pond fresh and clear all summer long, theres no better natural solution than barley straw! Barley straw encourages clearer, algae-free ponds and is safe for fish and flowering plants. 33ft.L x 7in.W strip effectively treats ponds from 5000 gallons to a 1/4 acre. Can be cut to various lengths for placement throughout the pond.

Scientific Studies

  • Algae Control in Ponds With Barley Bales: On-site Results
  • Ball, A.S., Williams, M., Vincent, D., Robinson, J. Algal growth control by a barley straw extract. Bioresource Technology. 2001; 77(2): 177-181.
  • Barrett, P.R.F., Littlejohn, J.W., Curnow, J. Long-term algal control in a reservoir using barley straw. Hydrobiologia. 1999; (415): 309-313.
  • Barrett, P.R.F., Curnow, J.C., Littlejohn, J.W. The control of diatom and cyanobacterial blooms in reservoirs using barley straw. Hydrobiologia. 1996; 340(1-3): 307-311.
  • Caffrey, J.M., Monahan, C. Filamentous algal control using barley straw. Hydrobiologia. 1999; (415): 315-318.
  • Cooper, J.A., Pillinger, J.M., Ridge, I. Barley straw inhibits growth of some aquatic saprolegniaceous fungi. Aquaculture. 1997; 156(1-2): 157-163.
  • Everall, N.C., Lees, D.R. The identification and significance of chemicals released from decomposing barley straw during reservoir algal control. Water Research. 1997; 31(3): 614-620.
  • Everall, N.C., Lees, D.R. The use of barley-straw to control general and blue-green algal growth in a Derbyshire reservoir. Water Research. 1996; 30(2): 269-276.
  • Gaussoin, R. Algae Control in Ponds With Barley Bales: On-site Results in Nebraska.
  • Harriman, R., Adamson, E.A., Shelton, R.G.J., Moffett, G. An assessment of the effectiveness of straw as an algal inhibitor in an Upland Scottish loch. Biocontrol Science and Technology. 1997; 7(2): 287-296.
  • Lembi, C.A. Aquatic Plant Management. Barley Straw for Algae Control.
  • Leslie, M.A. Tale Of Bales Of Barley Straw & Algae.
  • Martin, D., Ridge, I. The relative sensitivity of algae to decomposing barley straw. Journal of Applied Phycology. 1999; 11(3): 285-291.
  • Norton, E.J., Broady, P.A., Walker, J.R.L. Algal growth inhibitors from decomposing New Zealand crop plants. New Zealand Natural Sciences. 1997; 23(0): 109-120.
  • Ridge, I., Pillinger, J.M. Towards understanding the nature of algal inhibitors from barley straw. Hydrobiologia. 1996; 340(1-3): 301-305.
  • Terlizzi, D.E., Ferrier, M.D., Armbrester, E.A., Anlauf, K.A. Inhibition of dinoflagellate growth by extracts of barley straw (Hordeum vulgare). Journal of Applied Phycology. 2002; 14(4): 275-280.
  • Welch IM, Barrett PRF, Gibson MT, Ridge I, (1995) Barley Straw as an Inhibitor of Algae Growth I: studies in the Chesterfield Canal. J. Applied Phycol.2: 231-239
  • Xu, M., Bi, Y.H., Zhao, X.F., Deng, Z.Y., Hu, Z.Y. The application of barley straw in controlling of algal bloom. Acta Hydrobiologica Sinica. 2002; 26(6): 704-711.

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