what's the best way to get rid of string algae?

Answer 1

...............The String Algae Blues...
http://www.taoherbfarm.com/herbs/resources/stringalgae.htm
There are several products available which can and will 'help' with the string algae problem, like barley bales and/or barley pellets. The idea is that by adding these to the pond, they will also start to decay in the water, and the resulting natural 'humic acids' will actually oxidize the algae, and help keep it under control.

One new method that we've been hearing more and more about is adding a certain type of clay to the pond water. Calcium One new method that we've been hearing more and more about is adding a certain type of clay to the pond water. Calcium Montmorillonite Clay is gaining popularity among KOI pond owners and water gardeners as an effective, natural method of algae control. It is also noted as having many beneficial qualities for the fish in the pond.
http://www.taoherbfarm.com/herbs/resources/stringalgae.htm
.................Pricing of the clay
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is gaining popularity among KOI pond owners and water gardeners as an effective, natural method of algae control. It is also noted as having many beneficial qualities for the fish in the pond.
http://www.aquaart.com/montmorillonite.html
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My personal method
approx 2000 gal pond
I pull it out
I put 1 small box of aquarium salt in/after partial water change
and I use Pondzyme Plus
http://www.watergarden.org/s.nl/it.A/id.197/.f?partner=WG
I use 24 watts of UV light

Answer 2

Hydra ST 703 effectively eradicates string algae, filamentous algae from pond.
It is safe for fish, aquatic plants.

Answer 3

The first method that i use is to take a stick, put the end in the middle of the area with the string algae. Start twisting the stick and the string algae will wind itself around the stick. A lot of the algae can be removed this way. After getting rid of most of the algae I then use Barley Pads that inhibit the algae from coming back. and destroys the parts that is left. I do not use commercial chemicals in my pond when not needed

Answer 4

One part Clorox & 3 parts water and a pump sprayer. Just be careful of overspray which could damage other plants.

Answer 5

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