Aquashade Aquatic Lake & Pond Dye
Aquashade Lake and Pond Dye not only gets rid of algae and young weeds but also gives your lake or pond a deeper color blue. Safer than many lake dyes on the market, it is registered with the EPA.
For best results, apply as a pre-emergent (prior to plant germination)
1 gallon of Aquashade Aquatic Lake & Pond Dye treats 4 acre-feet of water.Â
Product Information
Aquashade Aquatic Lake & Pond Dye – 1 Gallon
Aquashade is a concentrated aquatic dye that enhances the natural beauty of lakes and ponds with a vibrant blue color while helping to control algae and underwater plant growth.
It's the only aquatic dye registered with the EPA for aquatic plant control.
Why Choose Aquashade?
- Only EPA-registered dye for controlling plant and algae growth
- Dual-purpose: aesthetic enhancement and plant growth reduction
- Best applied before aquatic plant germination for pre-emergent control
How Aquashade Works
- Filters sunlight wavelengths (red-orange and blue-violet) critical to photosynthesis
- Prevents growth of algae and submerged aquatic plants in water 2 feet deep or more
- Floating plants like lilies remain unaffected
Product Features
- Blended blue and yellow dyes for optimal light blockage
- Safe for use in lakes and ponds with swimming, fishing, irrigation, or livestock
- Non-corrosive and non-staining to swimwear, fountains, or surfaces
- Leaves water with a sparkling, natural-looking blue hue
Important!
Not for use in drinking water.
No restrictions for animal/livestock drinking, irrigation, swimming or fish consumption when used at label rates.
| Packaging | 1 Gallon |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Turf- Applied Biochemists |
| Product Label | Aquashade Aquatic Lake & Pond Dye Label |
| Target Pest | N/A |
| Active Ingredient(s) | Acid Blue *9...12.60% , Acid Yellow *23...1.04% |
| For Use In | Natural or manmade lakes and ponds with minimal outflow—ideal for ornamental, recreational, fish rearing, and fish farming purposes. |
| Mixture | Formula: Acres × Avg Depth (ft) = Acre-Feet Example: 0.5 acres × 6 ft = 3 acre-feet → use 3 gallons |
| Application | To determine the proper amount of Aquashade for your pond or lake, use the following guideline:
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| Retreatment | Repeat treatments as needed throughout the growing season to maintain color and plant suppression. |
| Not Available for Purchase In | CA, CT, MA, NH, NJ, NY, OR, RI, VT, WA |
