pH is the measure of acidity or alkalinity of water. A pH reading of 7.0 is neutral, a pH higher than 7.0 is alkaline, and a pH lower than 7.0 is acidic. The pH level of a pond can be different from day to day. Pond water should be tested for pH levels regularly. When tests show a change in pH, use pH Up or pH Down to slowly adjust the pH to a desired level.
API pH Up & pH Down Dosage |
To Lower the pH |
Add 1 teaspoons per 50 gallons of pond water. Carefully mix desired dose with 2 gallons of pond water in a plastic bucket and distribute evenly around the perimeter of the pond. |
To Raise the pH |
Add 2 teaspoons per 50 gallons of pond water. For best results, add to water flow. |
pH should not be raised or lowered more than .5 units every 24 hours. Do not treat the pond more than once in a 24 hour period. |
Repeat treatment as necessary. |
Treats (up to)
Item |
Size |
pH Effect
|
171B |
16 oz. |
Raises pH |
170B |
16 oz. |
Lowers pH |