Thread algae in plant filter
Thread algae can be a constant irritation for any pond owner, especially in shallow water bodies where the water heats up quickly. It is frustrating to watch algae form in your plant filter and even more difficult to remove them for good. Preventing algae in your plant filter may seem like an impossible task, but there is a solution.
We are ready to help you!
Oxygen plants are your natural allies in the fight against algae. Our Thread Algae Fighting Plant Filter Package enriches your pond with essential oxygen and breaks down organic waste, giving algae no chance to grow. Add this package for a permanently clear and healthy pond without chemical intervention. Recommended number: at least 10-12 oxygen plants per m³ for optimal cleanliness and balance.
Simon van der Velde
- Natural Algae Control: This package is specially designed with a selection of oxygen plants known for their ability to improve water quality and control algae. By breaking down organic waste and increasing oxygen levels in the pond, these plants reduce the nutrients that algae need to thrive, resulting in clearer and healthier pond water.
- Balanced Pond: The plants in our Anti Algae Oxygen Plants Package work together to keep your pond healthy and balanced. Not only do they provide more oxygen to the water, they also support the life of beneficial small organisms. This helps keep your pond clean and balanced naturally, without chemicals.
- Convenience and Sustainability: Planting the Anti Algae Oxygen Plants Package in your pond requires minimal effort and maintenance. Once planted, the plants provide continuous, natural purification of the water. This not only reduces maintenance costs and time but also provides a sustainable solution to common pond problems such as algae overgrowth and water turbidity.
Thread Algae Control Plant Filter Package
Click on the image for an explanation of how to calculate the number of gallons of water in your pond.
Thread Algae Fighting Plant Filter Package - M
- For 1 - 2 m²
- 12 plants
- Placement: -1 to -20 cm
Thread Algae Fighting Plant Filter Package - L
- For 3 - 4 m²
- 24 plants
- Placement -1 to -80 cm
Thread Algae Fighting Plant Filter Package - XL - Plug & Grow
- For 8 - 12 m²
- 96 plants
- Placement: -1 to -20 cm
Thread algae Control Plant Filter Package - XXL - Plug & Grow
- For 16 - 24 m²
- 192 plants
- Placement: -1 to -20 cm
Tip from Simon: More plants in your pond is always better.
Too few plants increases the risk of algae and plant death. If necessary, choose additional plants you like in addition to the package.
Goodbye algae, hello clear water!
With the Thread Algae Fighting Plant Filter Package, I finally said goodbye to those pesky algae. The oxygen plants in the package not only keep my pond clean, but also alive and healthy. No more need for chemical junk, this natural solution works wonders. Highly recommended for anyone with a pond!
This is what our customers say!
Excellent 200+ reviews at
Oxygenating plants and a bottle of Bacta clear
Purchased: Pond clear package - M
My pond was quite murky, so after a good conversation with Simon, I decided to follow the advice: more oxygen plants and a bottle of bacteria. I ordered the recommended package, but after four days no improvement was visible. Full of disappointment, I contacted customer service. They advised me to be patient and give the process 2-3 weeks. Although I had my doubts about it, I decided to wait anyway. And what turned out? After two weeks, the water started to clear and I even saw frogs that I had never noticed before! Thanks team vdvelde, and apologies for my impatience!
Plants are growing much better now and water is crystal clear
Purchased: POND SUBSTRATE pond substrate - 40 liters
Last year I had a landscaper install a plant filter at my swimming pond, recommending lava and some plants from the local garden center. Unfortunately, things went completely wrong; the plants died one by one and I suffered an algae infestation. After contacting customer service, I was advised to replace the lava with pond substrate and order some more plants. Now, several months later, the plants are growing well, and my filter is finally free of algae.
My little city pond
Purchased: Complete Pond Package - S - Red
I had been dreaming of having a pond in my urban garden for some time, but it always seemed like such a hassle. Online I found a complete package and decided to take the gamble, although I was skeptical about the quality of plants sent through the mail. But to my surprise, everything was delivered neatly and well-packaged. Within no time I had my pond set up. To my delight, after only two months I saw the first water lily bloom, and as icing on the cake I discovered salamanders in my pond. No idea how they got there, but it only adds to the joy. Truly enjoying it!
A must for anyone with a pond (large or small)
Purchased: Simons Pond Advice Book
This book completely meets my expectations. A great guide with lots of great tips on pond construction, pond plants and design.
Highly recommended purchase on my part.
Great book!
Blue lily: beautiful!
Purchased: Hardy Blue Water Lily - Nymphaea Blue Queen
Thank you very much for the generous delivery of the swamp iris "Blue Lis".
The new plants have been planted and I am curious to see if they will bloom this year.
There is good news about the water lily "Blue Queen": It is also blooming here in blue - and how beautiful!
BONUS TIP: Did you also know that you can easily keep water lilies in a plant filter? A water lily thrives in as little as 10 inches of water and can then produce flowers. There is room for a water lily in almost every plant filter. My recommendation is 1 water lily per 0.5 to 3 m²
Large water lilies - 3 Colors
- Combi set
- 3 plants
- Placement: -10 to -100 cm
Frequently asked questions about the Thread Algae Control Plant Filter Package
The package contains a variety of carefully selected oxygen plants specially chosen for their effectiveness in increasing water oxygen levels and naturally controlling algae.
The oxygen plants in the package improve water quality by breaking down organic waste and providing additional oxygen, creating unfavorable conditions for algae to grow and flourish.
No, the package is designed for simplicity and durability. Once planted, the oxygen plants require little maintenance as they grow naturally and support the pond ecosystem itself.
Yes, the Anti Algae Oxygen Plants Package is suitable for almost any pond, large or small. However, it is important to adjust the amount of plants to the size of your pond to achieve optimal results.
Advice and tips
Controlling thread algae and floating algae
Thread algae and floating algae are two types of algae that can make ponds murky. Controlling thread algae and floating algae in the pond with lime is a common method. A more natural and effective way to make pond water clear by fighting algae is to add Bacta Clear to the water. BactaClear also stimulates the growth of aquatic plants which, together with the bacteria, restores the biological balance in the pond and keeps it healthy. One bottle of Bacta Clear is sufficient for 20,000 liters of water.
Controlling algae in your pond
There are different types of algae, including green, brown and blue algae. It can be challenging to control algae in the pond naturally, but with Bacta Clear's pond bacteria it is possible. There are also other methods to control algae in the pond, namely planting enough oxygen plants and other types of aquatic plants. Furthermore, a layer pond substrate on the bottom should not be missing.