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Nature’s Blend

Nature’s Blend is dry probiotic (beneficial bacteria) formulation that improves water quality and restores balance in water bodies. As part of the Temperature Driven Solution product line (Polar Blend, Nature’s Blend, Summer Slam), this all-season formulation excels between 58 – 78°F (14.4- 25.6°C). Nature’s Blend is enhanced with psychrophilic neutrophilic, and mesophilic microorganisms and select stimulants to ensure optimal performance throughout the seasons. This formulation targets soluble nutrients and organic particles in the water column. It boosts floc formation of free bacteria, stimulates biological nutrient removal and digests organic particles.

 

Nature’s Blend should be applied by distributing the dissolvable packets evenly over the surface of the water body or near a location that promotes mixing (fountain, waterfall, etc). Nature’s Blend excels when used alone or after pesticide treatments to replenish the microbial community. Nature’s Blend DOES NOT kill algae or aquatic plants.

 

Nature’s Blend is recommended for use in lakes, ponds, water gardens, reservoirs and similar water bodies. This product is nontoxic and will not harm fish or other aquatic organisms.

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Water bodies have stress from both external and internal sources. Excessive rains or draught combined with ongoing use of algaecides and herbicides deplete the microbial communities that are fundamental to nutrient removal in water bodies. This imbalance in the ecosystem leads to elevated nutrient issues and can result in excessive aquatic plant growth, continuing algal blooms, and HABs.

Nature’s Blend was formulated through years of research by obtaining samples from lakes and ponds across the United States when water temperatures were mild. The natural microbial communities in the samples were analyzed to understand population densities and the specific organisms that are depleted by stresses. This research is how Natural Lake Biosciences was able to create a probiotic that supplements natural populations and supports indigenous organisms that are functional and native to that geography. Nature’s Blend is more than simple additions of beneficial bacteria. It is a scientifically formulated probiotic that works in harmony with the microbial communities that play key roles in nitrogen and phosphorus uptake. Real science. Real Results.

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Dosage Rates

Apply bi-weekly when water temperatures are 58-78°F.

Surface Acres Initial Application Standard Application Hypereutrophic Water
10,000 sq ft 1 pound .1-3 lb 1-1.5 lb
1 3 pounds 1 – 3 pounds 3-6 pounds

*Do not mix directly with algaecides or herbicides.
**If used in conjunction with algaecide or herbicide, apply Nature’s Blend after chemical treatment for best results.

Common Uses

  • Lakes and ponds
  • Aquaculture
  • Hatcheries
  • Water features
  • Golf courses
  • Retention ponds
  • Decorative Ponds
  • And more!

Benefits

  • Consumes nutrients
  • Balances Ponds
  • Lowers ammonia
  • Clarifies water
  • Reduces sludge

Available Sizes

  • 10 pound bucket
  • 30 pound pail

Specifications
Ingredients Micronutrients and select bacterial cultures
Description Dry tan powder
Odor Earthy odor
pH 7.0
Stability – Activity loss At 75 degrees F for 12 months*: 10% or less; At 100 degrees F for 6 months*: 10% or less; *When stored as directed in a sealed container out of direct sunlight.
Storage and Handling Store in a cool, dry space between 50-80 degrees F. Keep out of direct sunlight and do not store with strong oxidizing agents.
LOCATION: Florida
SIZE: 13-acre lake
TARGET: Planktonic.Cyanobacteria

SUMMARY: A 13-acre lake with over 400 acres of farm field runoff was having extreme Planktonic/Cyanobacteria outbreaks throughout the entire lake. Normal treatments with just chelated copper were not enough. Every heavy rain would cause a spike in nutrient levels, on top of already high levels of Phosphates and Nitrates.

SOLUTION: Nature’s Blend at 3 lbs. per acre; MuckBiotics at 12 lbs. per acre.

RESULTS: Using Nature’s Blend, we were able to reduce nutrient levels in the lake by more than half. We saw better response to chemical treatment on the Planktonic/Cyanobacteria and water clarity improvement. Treatments of Nature’s Blend will continue during the warmer months and rotating to Polar Blend during the cooler months for continued year-long nutrient control. Without these products the Planktonic/ Cyanobacteria would continue to be an uncontrollable nuisance.

Full Lake Doctors 2021 Case Study

LOCATION: Florida
SIZE: 13-acre lake
TARGET: Planktonic.Cyanobacteria

SUMMARY: A 13-acre lake with over 400 acres of farm field runoff was having extreme Planktonic/Cyanobacteria outbreaks throughout the entire lake. Normal treatments with just chelated copper were not enough. Every heavy rain would cause a spike in nutrient levels, on top of already high levels of Phosphates and Nitrates.

SOLUTION: Nature’s Blend at 3 lbs. per acre; MuckBiotics at 12 lbs. per acre.

RESULTS: Using Nature’s Blend, we were able to reduce nutrient levels in the lake by more than half. We saw better response to chemical treatment on the Planktonic/Cyanobacteria and water clarity improvement. Treatments of Nature’s Blend will continue during the warmer months and rotating to Polar Blend during the cooler months for continued year-long nutrient control. Without these products the Planktonic/ Cyanobacteria would continue to be an uncontrollable nuisance.

Full Lake Doctors 2021 Case Study

LOCATION: South Carolina
SIZE: Unknown
TARGET: Cattails

SUMMARY: A residential stormwater pond was experiencing a severe cattail infestation. The infestation angered the residents and was preventing the pond from functioning as it should.

SOLUTION: Applied CatZilla in conjunction with an herbicide and surfactants, then used PondZilla Pro to treat remaining growth and degrade dead biomass. Additionally, add Natures Blend to the open water to reduce the soluble nutrients released by the cattails.

RESULTS: The treatment plan was successful and the stormwater pond is functioning as designed. Additionally, it is now an aesthetically pleasing stormwater pond for the homeowners who reside along its waterfront.

Full Lake Doctors 2020 Case Study

LOCATION: North Carolina
SIZE: Unknown
TARGET: Alligator weed, torpedograss, primrose-willow, muck

SUMMARY: A stormwater pond had a severe vegetation/muck mat making it difficult to ascertain a pond was even there. There little to no storage capacity and the pond was unable to function as designed.

SOLUTION: A four part treatment was used each 30 days apart. Treatment 1: AquaSticker + herbicide, Treatment 2: AquaSticker + herbicide +PondZilla Pro, Treatment 3: PondZilla Pro + Nature’s Blend at 3 lb/acre + MuckBiotics at 40 lb/acre, Treatment 4: PondZilla Pro + MuckBiotics at 40 lb/acre.

RESULTS: With the four-part treatment they saw an increase in storage volume, the storage pond was able to properly function, and they saw cost savings.

Full Lake Doctors 2020 Case Study

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Include in treatment programs for:

  • Filamentous Algae
  • Planktonic Algae
  • Cyanobacteria
  • Muck & Sludge
  • Water Clarity
  • Nutrient Reduction
  • Aquatic Plants
  • Submerged Plants
  • Unique Issues

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