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Clearing Persistent Green Water in a Newly Acquired Pond

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Algae control is complex. Download the free ebook "Basic Pond Maintenance" at www.pondmarket.com. It covers green water causes and cures in detail.

Quick Tips

Rain adds nutrients—ensure no runoff enters.
UV clarifier is the gold standard for green water.
Plants, filtration, bacteria, barley straw are the long-term pillars.

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