{"title":"Pond Sludge Removers","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop pond sludge removers to break down organic waste and keep your pond clean and healthy. Pond sludge is inevitable, made up of accumulating waste from fish, plants, and uneaten food. This sludge can reduce water clarity and encourage algae growth, so pond sludge removers use natural bacteria to digest sludge and organic debris, reducing odours and improving water quality. Safe for fish, plants, and wildlife, our sludge remover for ponds works quickly to restore balance to your pond. Shop our expert treatments today from trusted brands like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTAP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, or learn more about \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pond-planet.co.uk\/blogs\/blog\/the-pond-planet-guide-to-pond-sludge-what-it-is-and-how-to-remove-it\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehow to remove pond sludge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in our useful guide. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cloverleaf-sludge-answer","title":"Sludge Answer","description":"\u003cp\u003eSludge Answer from Cloverleaf is a live beneficial bacteria culture that helps to bio degrade the harmful solids that build up in the pond and the filter which can become a breeding ground for harmful pathogenic bacteria, these solids will also reduce the amount of saturated oxygen present in the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCloverleaf Sludge Answer is highly recommended for use during periods of hot weather when a reduction in saturated oxygen levels is common, used on a regular basis it will help to maintain a healthy pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCloverleaf Sludge Answer is the perfect follow up to the no 1 selling Cloverleaf Blanket Answer to help reduce the residues left after application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloverleaf Sludge Answer Dosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse 100ml per 1000 litres (220 Gal) of pond water for the first application with follow up doses of 50ml per 1000 litres (220 Gal) every 28 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltraviolet clarifiers should be turned off for the first 24 hours after each application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cloverleaf","offers":[{"title":"250ml","offer_id":55317814509946,"sku":"SA250\/12","price":11.39,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml","offer_id":55317814542714,"sku":"SA500\/12","price":15.09,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1Ltr","offer_id":55317814575482,"sku":"SA1LTR\/10","price":22.39,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5Ltr","offer_id":55317814608250,"sku":"SA5","price":64.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0908\/1677\/4522\/files\/1615985043-08496000.jpg?v=1749661096"},{"product_id":"oase-aquaactiv-sedifree-500ml","title":"AquaActiv SediFree 500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eOase AquaActiv SediFree - Silt Remover is part of the highly effective AquaActiv treatment range from pond experts Oase. 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