{"product_id":"npb45-natural-phosphate-binder-45-lb-pail","title":"NPB45 Natural Phosphate Binder – 45 lb. pail","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA critical step in effective pond management and maintenance.\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Phosphate Binder works by binding reactive phosphorus at the molecular level and removing it from the water column, which helps improve water quality in ponds and lakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBinds problem-causing phosphate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides approximately 70 beneficial trace minerals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuffers pH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides minor flocculation (settling) of suspended particles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStimulates biological activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections for Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply 3 to 5 pounds of product per acre-foot of water. Best used when water temperatures are above 50°F. Phosphate Binder can be used all season long, and is best mixed with pond water to make a slurry; the product can be applied slowly behind a prop-driven boat, which helps mix it into the pond. It can be applied at up to twice the recommended rate, and multiple treatments per week can be used for murky water. Best results come from using it alongside Pond-Vive beneficial bacteria, either in alternate weeks or at the same time as bacteria treatments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhosphorus is an important nutrient for aquatic plants. The amount found in water is generally no more than 0.1 ppm unless the water has been polluted by waste water or excessive fertilizer runoff. When phosphorus levels exceed what is required for normal pond health, a process called eutrophication — premature aging of a body of water — can take place.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Easy Pro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68097503559909,"sku":"NPB45","price":204.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0823\/1537\/8917\/files\/phosphate_binder-npb45.jpg?v=1794423470","url":"https:\/\/waterfeaturepros.com\/products\/npb45-natural-phosphate-binder-45-lb-pail","provider":"Water Feature Pros","version":"1.0","type":"link"}