Barley Straw Pellets by UltraClear UltraClear Barley pellets for ponds offers a safe, effective, and natural way to treat water for clarity and can be safely used with all other UltraClear products. The pellets are cleaner and easier to use than bales and take less space to store. Ultra Clear Barley straw pellets are 100% safe for fish, birds and plants. The slow decay of the barley pellets produces essential, beneficial bacteria that help maintain clarity in ponds. Optimized pellet size offers maximum surface area for a controlled decay. It is not a chemical, and UltraClear Barley pellets can be used during spring, summer and fall. UltraClear Barley straw pellets are fortified with humic acid prior to the pelletizing process. Humic acid enhances water quality, helps with the process of water softening, and balances out the effects of phosphate in the pond water. Technical Specifications FormPelletsProduct Size40 Pound BoxDissipation Time4 to 6 WeeksRecommended Pond Size1/3 to 1/2 AcreRecommended Pond Depth4 FeetNatural and OrganicYes Dosage Instructions This product is packaged in a 40-pound box. Apply one box per 1/3 to 1/2 acre every 4 to 6 weeks or as needed. UltraClear Barley straw pellets can be applied directly in the pond, in a skimmer, or filtered utilizing a media bag. Apply 8 to 16 ounces per 100 gallons every 4-6 weeks or as needed. Doesn’t get easier than that. No mess, no fuss!! How it Works The slow decay of these barley pellets produce essential, beneficial bacteria and enzymes that helps maintain clarity in the pond. The optimized pellet size offers maximum surface area for controlled decay. It is not a chemical. UltraClear Barley Pellets can be used during spring, summer and fall. So get a head start on controlling your pond environment!! Aeration for Distribution UltraClear Barley Pellets can be applied directly in the pond by hand and your pond aerator will disperse it throughout the lake. Having a pond aerator or pond fountains installed in your pond will not only help distribute the barley straw but also the additional benefit of adding oxygen into the pond by aeration.
