2 Certified ORGANIC Mini Barley Straw Bales - Treats 2000-3000 gallons - 16 oz

Description

2 Mini Barley Bales
A Natural Solution Organically Grown
No fertilizers, herbicides or pesticides used.
Keep your pond clean & clear all season with all natural,
Certified Organic
barley straw!
This auction is for 2 Mini Barley Straw Bales (
16 oz total
)
.
Each bale is
8 oz
of clean
Certified ORGANIC
barley straw.
Barley Straw is contained in nylon mesh bags
Safe for pond plants and all wildlife
100% natural and biodegradable
No chemicals used
One mesh bag will treat water gardens and ponds from 1000-2000 gallons for 3-4 months.
Place bale where there is water movement or on the wind side of the pond.
Keep submerged but no deeper than 3'.
Naturally safe for all pond life.
Premium grade barley straw.
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Barley Straw Info...
HOW DOES BARLEY STRAW WORK
As the straw decomposes in the water, byproducts are released creating a unique environment. The temperature of the water is an important factor. If the water temp is 40 degrees it may take up to 2 weeks for the straw to become active. When the water temperature is above 40 degrees the straw becomes active faster. In about a week the straw should begin to release its chemical, given sufficient sunlight and oxygen. Well oxygenated conditions are essential to ensure the straw will decompose and produce its chemical. If the straw is in a compacted state with restricted water movement through the straw, the effectiveness is extremely reduced.
WILL BARLEY STRAW HARM FISH OR PLANTS
Barley straw does not harm fish or plant life. Actually in most cases it increases the invertebrate population providing a food source for fish. In fish farms and hatcheries where straw has been used, there are reports of improved gill function and better overall fish health.
WHERE TO APPLY THE STRAW
In garden ponds, the straw should be wrapped loosely in some type of netting that will allow water to flow through. To be most effective, place the straw in or near a waterfall or stream. As the straw decomposes it will sink. Do not allow it to sink deeper than 3 feet. The straw needs a
continuous exposure to both water and oxygen. Keeping the straw oxygenated will help the barley decompose thus releasing the byproducts.
WHEN SHOULD BARLEY STRAW BE ADDED
Barley straw should be added very early in the spring. It is best to apply when the water temp is low. Time should be given (about 30 days) for the straw to become active. Once activated, the straw will create the unique environment for up to 3 months. A replacement should be added before the first bag is completely decomposed. Ponds that have a high content of suspended mud it may be necessary to add more straw than in clear waters as the byproducts can be slowly inactivated by the mud.
Continental US shipping only.
PondStrawDirect has been in the straw business for over 20 years in the Finger Lakes Region of NY.
See
pondstrawdirect
for more info on using barley straw.
Please email me with any questions.
Enjoy Your Pond!