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Application methods:
General Treatment: Control is most easily achieved when algae are not yet well established. Treat when growth first begins to appear. Apply early in the day under calm, sunny conditions and when water temperatures are warm. Sunlight and higher temperatures both enhance the products activity. Apply in a manner that will insure even distribution of product within the treatment area. The effects of treatment are immediately apparent (bubbling, bleaching/discoloration of algae).
Spreading/broadcasting: Use a mechanical spreader or by hand, directly on the surface. A lawn spreader or any other applicator that will insure uniform coverage is acceptable.
Spot Treatment: Apply directly over the infested area. Re-treatment is required when heavy growth occurs.
GreenClean is water activated. When applying to soil, gravel or other similar media, incorporate the product into the first inch of substrate for optimum effectiveness. Be sure to break up any heavy algae before and during application. Also, skim any dead algae and organic matter that rises to the water's surface after treatment. Allowing any dead organics to sink and decay will provide a food source and additional nutrients that stimulate algae re-growth and further blooms.
If using in conjunction with other water additives such as bacteria or enzymes, always apply GreenClean first.
Re-treat areas if re-growth begins to appear. Allow 48 hours between consecutive treatments. Maintain with maintenance rates at a frequency appropriate for your environment conditions.
After application, do not allow undiluted granules to remain in an area where humans or animals are exposed. Non-target plants will suffer contact burn if undiluted granules are accidentally spilled on them. Do not apply in such a way that the concentrated product comes in contact with grass, ornamentals or other foliage.
Application rates:
Small volume granular--containerized backyard water gardens, ornamental ponds and waterfalls, etc.
Heavy algae growth: Use 3-16 tablespoons of granulars per 1,000 gallons of water.
Maintenance/low algae growth: Use 1-5 teaspoons per 1,000 gallons of water.
Ground/surface granular--For use on all non-painted surfaces to control algae, moss, slime molds and their spores.
Heavy algae growth: Use 2-3 pounds per 1,000 square feet of area. Make granular applications over a wet surface or activate with water immediately following application.
Low algae growth/maintenance: Use 1-2 pounds per 1,000 square feet of area. Make granular applications over a wet surface or activate with water immediately following application.
Liquid applications:
Solution preparation: Due to solubility limitations, use at least 1 gallon of water to fully dissolve each 1/2 pounds of product. Dissolution in cold water takes approximately 5 minutes.
Treatment rates: Same as rates at the granular application above. Spray surfaces to saturate area.
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