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Tuesday, February 07, 2012

Pond Water Treatments » Barley Straw


Microbe-Lift Concentrated Barley Straw Extract

Microbe-Lift Concentrated Barley Straw ExtractMicrobe-Lift Barley Extract is an all natural liquid barley extract. It's designed to do away with messy barley straw. Recommended for use with all Microbe-Lift bacteria and enzyme products.
  • No more messy straw
  • Helps create healthy, clean living ponds
  • Safe for fish & plants
  • Works gently over 2 to 3 weeks
  • Effective in most conditions
  • Eliminates decomposing barley bales
  • Much less maintenance
  • Made from barley straw
  • 250ml is the concentrated equivalent to six barley pillows
 Size of Pond 
(in gallons)
  1st and 2nd Week  3rd and 4th Week  Maintenance 
(Every 3 Weeks)  

up to 500

1 oz. .5 oz. .75 oz.

500-1000

1.5 oz. .75 oz. 1.25 oz.

1000-1,500

2 oz. 1 oz. 1.5 oz.

1500-2,500

2.5 oz. 1.25 oz. 1.75 oz.
2500-3000 3 oz. 1.5 oz. 2.25 oz.
3000-4000 3.5 oz. 1.75 oz. 2.75 oz.
4000-5000 4 oz. 2 oz. 3 oz.
5000-6000 4.5 oz. 2.25 oz. 3.25 oz.
6000-7000 5 oz. 2.5 oz. 3.75 oz.
7000-8000 5.5 oz. 2.75 oz. 4.25 oz.
8000-10000 6 oz. 3 oz. 4.5 oz.
Pour directly into the pond water. Rates are based on clear water. For Turbid Water - Increase dose by 50%

5-gallon tote does not qualify for free shipping, contact us for a shipping quote.  If ordered online, shipping cost for this item will be added to your bill after approval from you.
Item # Description Price Add to Cart
MLCBSE250Microbe-Lift Concentrated Barley Straw Extract (8oz)$11.95 Add to Cart
MLCBSE500Microbe-Lift Concentrated Barley Straw Extract (16oz)$15.95 Add to Cart
MLCBSE1LMicrobe-Lift Concentrated Barley Straw Extract - (32oz)$23.95 Add to Cart
MLCBSE2LMicrobe-Lift Concentrated Barley Straw Extract - (64oz)$41.95 Add to Cart
MLCBSEG4Microbe-Lift Concentrated Barley Straw Extract - (1gal)$50.95 Add to Cart
MLCBSE5GMicrobe-Lift Concentrated Barley Straw Extract - (5gal)$246.95 Add to Cart

Microbe-Lift Concentrated Barley Straw Extract & Peat

Microbe-Lift Concentrated Barley Straw Extract & PeatMicrobe-lift Barley Straw and Peat extract will give you all the benefits of concentrated barley extract plus the added benefit of liquid peat to help maintain an ideal pH in Alkaline ponds.

Rich in organic peat which softens pond water reducing nitrate and phosphate concentrations in the water column and provides a natural buffering agent and ion attenuation in lined ponds that additionally gives them some beneficial properties of earthen ponds.
  • Specially formulated to naturally balance pond water and improve clarity
  • Helps maintain ideal pH in alkaline ponds
  • Immediate slow-release of natural humic & tannic acids (decomposition by-products)
  • Tinted water provides a natural sun filter
  • Reduces phosphate & nitrate concentrations in the water column
  • Provides a buffering agent & ion attenuation in lined ponds giving some beneficial properties
        of earthen ponds.
  • Goes to work on contact
  • Decomposition process starts immediately
  • Not harmful to aquatic life, plants, humans or pets
  • One bottle is equal to a multiple of barley straw bales
  • Can be used all year round
  • No messy residual
 Size of Pond 
(in gallons)
  1st and 2nd Week  3rd and 4th Week  Maintenance 
(Every 3 Weeks)  

up to 500

1 oz. .5 oz. .75 oz.

500-1000

1.5 oz. .75 oz. 1.25 oz.

1000-1,500

2 oz. 1 oz. 1.5 oz.

1500-2,500

2.5 oz. 1.25 oz. 1.75 oz.
2500-3000 3 oz. 1.5 oz. 2.25 oz.
3000-4000 3.5 oz. 1.75 oz. 2.75 oz.
4000-5000 4 oz. 2 oz. 3 oz.
5000-6000 4.5 oz. 2.25 oz. 3.25 oz.
6000-7000 5 oz. 2.5 oz. 3.75 oz.
7000-8000 5.5 oz. 2.75 oz. 4.25 oz.
8000-10000 6 oz. 3 oz. 4.5 oz.

5-gallon tote & 55 gallon drum do not qualify for free shipping, contact us for a shipping quote.  If ordered online, shipping cost for this item will be added to your bill after approval from you.

55 gallon drum ships via truck freight only
Item # Description Price Add to Cart
BSEP08Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Extract & Peat - 8oz$11.95 Add to Cart
BSEP16Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Extract & Peat - 16oz$15.95 Add to Cart
BSEP32Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Extract & Peat - 32oz$23.95 Add to Cart
BSEP64Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Extract & Peat - 64oz$41.95 Add to Cart
BSEP1GMicrobe-Lift Barley Straw Extract & Peat - 1 Gallon$59.95 Add to Cart
BSEP5GMicrobe-Lift Barley Straw Extract & Peat - 5 Gallon Tote$233.95 Add to Cart
BSEPG55Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Extract & Peat - 55 Gallon Drum$2774.95 Add to Cart

Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Plus Pellets

Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Plus Pellets

Microbe-Lift/Barley Straw Pellets are a safe and cost effective pond conditioner. Natural barley straw and peat has been processed and packaged to make them easy to apply with no mess. 

The many benefits of barley pellets is it's ability to provide sustained release of natural chemicals. Included in this is hydrogen peroxide, which is an oxidizing agent used to keep water clear. Barley pellets contain humic acid and peat which is used to soften pond water and reduce negative effects of phosphates while improving water quality, without harming fish.

  • The natural way to create a clear a fouled pond
  • Develops plankton colonies which keep pond clear of bio-fouling
  • Sustained release
  • Safe for fish and plants
  • 100 % natural
  • Barley Straw Pellets can be used inside most pond filters and skimmer systems, as well as floating within the pond.
  • Initially there will be some cloudiness but this will disappear naturally after a short while.
1lb treats about 1600 gallons for up to 2 months.

25lb & 40lb bag does not qualify for free shipping, contact us for a shipping quote.  If ordered online, shipping cost for this item will be added to your bill after approval from you.

Item # Description Price Add to Cart
10BSPP2.2Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Pellets - 2.2 lbs$15.95 Add to Cart
10BSPP4.4Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Plus Pellets - 4.4lb Bag$21.95 Add to Cart
10BSPP10.5Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Plus Pellets - 10.5lb Bag$30.95 Add to Cart
BPPX25Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Plus Pellets - 25lb Pail$65.95 Add to Cart
BPPX40Microbe-Lift Barley Straw Plus Pellets - 40lb Bag$101.95 Add to Cart

Pond Care Barley Clear

Pond Care Barley ClearBarley Clear is a highly concentrated suspension of natural barley and peat plus natural activators that quickly unleash the power of barley and peat into the water. Phenolic compounds found in the Barley naturally clears the pond. Barley Clear is also helps maintain the natural carbon balance, which stabilizes water quality and maintains clear water

Water Clarity and Algae Control!
  • Clears water naturally
  • Clears murky water
  • Contains natural clarifiers
  • No messy barley straw or bales

  • Directions:  Using the dosing cap to measure, add 30 ml (2 tbsp) of Barley Clear for each 250 U.S. gallons of pond water. Pour into water flow for even distribution in the pond. Repeat treatment weekly.

    Safe for plants, fish, birds and other wildlife in and around ponds.

    Keep out of the reach of children. For garden pond use only. Not for human consumption or for fish intended for human consumption.

    16oz Treats up to 4000 Gallons
    32oz Treats up to 8000 Gallons
    64oz Treats up to 16000 Gallons
    Item # Description Price Add to Cart
    AP138BPond Care Barley Clear - 16oz Bottle$13.65 Add to Cart
    AP138GPond Care Barley Clear - 32oz Bottle$23.92 Add to Cart
    AP138DPond Care Barley Clear - 64oz Bottle$39.95 Add to Cart

    Tetra Barley & Peat Extract

    Tetra Barley & Peat Extract

    Barley & Peat Extract by Tetra

    Barley & Peat Extract creates naturally clear water and reduces pond maintenance. Regular use prevents discolored pond water and maintains the natural beauty of waterfalls.

    • Releases natural humic acids from barley straw extract and liquid peat.
    • Replaces messy barley bales.
    • Safe for fish and plants when used as directed. 
    • 8.45 fl. oz. (250ml) bottle treats 1250 gallons
    • 16.9 fl. oz. (500ml) bottle treats 2500 gallons
    Item # Description Price Add to Cart
    WT1312Barley & Peat Extract by Tetra - 8.45oz Bottle$7.99 Add to Cart
    WT1311Barley & Peat Extract by Tetra - 16.9oz Bottle$11.99 Add to Cart

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