{"product_id":"aquaforest-bio-starter-1l-new","title":"Aquaforest Bio Starter 1L – Nitrifying Bacteria for Garden Ponds","description":"\u003cb\u003eAquaforest Bio Starter 1L – Nitrifying Bacteria for Garden Ponds\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\nAquaforest Bio Starter is a specialised biological preparation containing selected strains of nitrifying bacteria from the Nitrospirae and Nitrobacter families. Designed for garden ponds, it helps establish and maintain the natural nitrogen cycle and supports effective biological filtration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\nThe beneficial bacteria help convert toxic ammonia and nitrites into less harmful nitrates, supporting stable water conditions and a healthy pond environment for fish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\nSuitable for both new and established ponds, Bio Starter is particularly useful when starting a pond, after winter, following water changes or filter cleaning, and after fish treatments that may have affected the bacterial population.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n• Helps initiate and stabilise pond biology\u003cbr\u003e\r\n• Supports the breakdown of ammonia and nitrites\u003cbr\u003e\r\n• Helps maintain effective biological filtration\u003cbr\u003e\r\n• Supports stable pond water parameters\u003cbr\u003e\r\n• Replenishes beneficial bacteria after filter cleaning and water changes\u003cbr\u003e\r\n• Ideal for restarting pond biology after winter\u003cbr\u003e\r\n• Suitable for new and established garden ponds\u003cbr\u003e\r\n• Supports regular pond maintenance throughout the year\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eWhen to Use\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eNew Ponds:\u003c\/b\u003e Helps establish the nitrogen cycle when setting up a new pond.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eAfter Winter:\u003c\/b\u003e Helps restore biological activity when the water temperature exceeds 8°C.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eFilter Cleaning \u0026amp; Water Changes:\u003c\/b\u003e Replenishes beneficial bacterial flora following maintenance of the pond or filtration system.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eAfter Fish Treatment:\u003c\/b\u003e Helps replenish the bacterial population following antibacterial treatments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eRegular Maintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Can be used throughout the year to support biological balance and filtration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eDosage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n• New ponds – 500ml per 10,000 litres of pond water per day for the first 2 weeks\u003cbr\u003e\r\n• Spring – 1,000ml per 10,000 litres once a week for 4 weeks\u003cbr\u003e\r\n• Rest of the year – 1,000ml per 10,000 litres once a month\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nBrand: Aquaforest\u003cbr\u003e\r\nProduct: Bio Starter\u003cbr\u003e\r\nSize: 1 Litre\u003cbr\u003e\r\nType: Biological pond preparation \/ nitrifying bacteria\u003cbr\u003e\r\nSuitable for: Garden ponds\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMinimum water temperature for spring application: Above 8°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\nAquaforest Bio Starter provides a convenient way to introduce and replenish beneficial nitrifying bacteria, helping support the biological processes that are essential to a well-maintained pond.","brand":"Aquaforest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58414549795199,"sku":"1035104","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0015\/7374\/8802\/files\/chatgpt-image-sep-11-2026-121509-pm_3389053c-f72a-45c7-80f7-e75342fa13cb.png?v=1789198052","url":"https:\/\/aquacadabra.com\/products\/aquaforest-bio-starter-1l-new","provider":"Aquacadabra","version":"1.0","type":"link"}