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Is it live or dead growth?

A pond has everything necessary to support algae and weed growth: plenty of water, sunlight, and nutrients. Some ponds offer more sunlight and nutrients than other ponds, causing the fight against them to be difficult.

Just because there is something in the pond doesn't necessarily mean it is live growth! The best indicator of this is the color. Dead growth will be brown, while new growth will be green. If you're seeing green growth, make sure it is correctly identified before treatment. The type of growth will determine what type of product you may need! If you're seeing brown algae after a treatment, it could take a little time for that to "go away" and drop to the bottom of your pond. A good, hard rain should do the trick! If no rain is on the radar, then spraying it down with a hose should help break it up and drop it to the bottom.
Keep in mind that all dead vegetation and debris that comes into your pond will form into muck/sludge over time. Not only does this buildup eventually decrease the depth of your pond, but it provides nutrients for more growth in the future. For these reasons alone, it is important to stay on top of your muck maintenance!
Lawn & Garden with Sanco

Sanco's lawn & garden products are rapidly expanding! Whether you're spraying for weeds or just need a little sprucing up, we have you covered! Here is our current lineup...

Neem Oil is there for your indoor & outdoor plant needs. 100% Neem Oil will ensure your plants remain healthy from seed to harvest.

Add instant curb appeal with Mulch Worx! Save your time and money by restoring your old faded mulch with this mulch concentrate. Available in black, red, and brown.

Your weeds won't stand a chance when you use these three Liquid Harvest products together!

🌱 Mesotrione (broadleaf herbicide)

💦 Lazer Blue (spray pattern indicator)

📌 Surfactant (helps herbicide stick to plant)

Retention Ponds
The differences between retention ponds and personal ponds are important in understanding how to manage them.
Label Warnings: What Do They Mean?

Think of whenever you have grabbed a coffee from your favorite coffee shop. Have you ever seen a "CAUTION: HOT" warning on the cup or sleeve? Seems pretty straight forward, but label warnings on other products can be viewed in a similar manner.

When perusing online, we occasionally run into reviews where customers state that our product(s) are “toxic” due to warnings that are present on our labels. When looking at the big picture, you would understand that these are precautionary measures that are required by law and/or by the Environmental Protection Agency for certain products. These warnings do not mean that our products are not safe for standard use.

Majority of our products are regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The agency does many things, but in this case, the EPA must approve of a product’s label and its content before it can be sold or distributed. There are many edits made between their office and ours until we are finally left with a finished label that aligns with their regulations and guidelines.

For example, one product that is often discussed online is our Decorative Fountain Algae Control. On the label, we are required to list this is a “hazard to humans and domestic animals”. Many who see this come to the conclusion that birds or other wildlife are at risk of being harmed if they are exposed to or drink out of the treated water.

When Decorative Fountain is used properly and as directed, it is not hazardous for people, domestic animals, or general wildlife. Because it is an algaecide, it can potentially be hazardous to fish. If you were to drink the product straight from the bottle, that is what the warning is for. This is obviously an unlikely scenario, but it must be placed on our label along with other precautionary warnings to inform the customer of any potential risks.

We cannot realistically fit anything and everything on a label, so broad statements like this are made. What does this mean for the end user? Use any product for its intended use and follow dosing instructions. Use your best judgement and be mindful of the safety precautions. If you are unsure about something or need a little help, please reach out to the manufacturer for instruction.

Your Dog and Our Products
Are Crystal Blue products compatible with Man's Best Friend?
Aqua Charge + Methanol
How much methanol should you mix with Aqua Charge?
Where Does the Muck Go?
When using our Natural Pond Cleaner or Muck Doctor, where does the muck go from there?
Green X: Koi Safe Algaecide
Many of those who come to us for pond advice have one thing in common: they have koi or goldfish in their ponds! Having these types of fish and needing to treat for algae can become less than ideal for the average pond owner. Koi and goldfish are highly sensitive to copper sulfate, which is typically the main component to most pond algaecides and why we do recommend finding an alternative product.
Fog Worx
Having a "monster bash"? Transform your space into the creepiest spot in the neighborhood with our Fog Worx or Fog Worx HD fog juice.
Weed ID: Hydrilla
Hydrilla is an invasive non-native weed that has broad leaves that form a whorl from the central stem.