{"product_id":"api-pond-care-ecofix-3-78ltr","title":"API Pond Care Ecofix 3.78ltr","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigests the sludge an algaecide leaves behind.\u003c\/strong\u003e API Pond EcoFix is a concentrated blend of natural bacteria that breaks down fish waste, dead algae, leaves and grass clippings on the pond floor — reducing sludge, easing odour and improving clarity as the bacteria consume the waste rather than through a clarifying chemical reaction. This 3.78 L (1 US gal) bottle is a season's supply for most ponds, at under 1c per litre of pond water treated at the standard dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural bacterial digester\u003c\/strong\u003e — consumes fish waste, dead algae, leaves and grass clippings rather than masking them, so sludge doesn't just resettle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCuts the nutrient bank that feeds the next algae bloom\u003c\/strong\u003e — the nutrients released as waste rots are exactly what algae feeds on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnder 1c per litre of pond water\u003c\/strong\u003e at the standard dosing rate — 3.78 L treats roughly 59,600 L across a season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe for fish, plants and surrounding wildlife\u003c\/strong\u003e when used as directed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairs directly with an algaecide course\u003c\/strong\u003e — dose after algae is knocked back, to clear the dead material it leaves behind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAPI's consumer label describes EcoFix only as an all-natural, highly concentrated bacteria blend and does not name the specific bacterial strains used. Flagged as unverified — contact API directly if strain-level detail matters for your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAPI (Mars Fishcare)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBottle size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.78 L (1 US gal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse in\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrnamental ponds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInitial\/seasonal dose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 mL per 946 L (250 US gal), twice weekly for 2 weeks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaintenance dose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 mL per 946 L (250 US gal), every 2 weeks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOne bottle treats (initial dose basis)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 59,600 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCost per litre treated\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder 1c per litre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFreight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDosage and directions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt spring start-up and again at season end, dose 60 mL (4 tbsp) per 946 L (250 US gal), twice weekly for 2 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor ongoing maintenance through the season, drop to 30 mL (2 tbsp) per 946 L (250 US gal) every 2 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShake well before each use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhere algae has been treated with an algaecide, dose EcoFix afterwards so the bacteria have dead algae and waste to work on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrnamental ponds carrying a sludge or organic-waste load on the floor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePonds with fish and plants, dosed as directed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing mechanical filtration or regular debris removal in heavily stocked ponds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClearing water that's cloudy from suspended particles rather than settled organic waste — see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/api-pond-care-simply-clear-3-78ltr\"\u003eAPI Pond Simply Clear\u003c\/a\u003e for that\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBacterial activity is temperature-dependent — expect faster digestion as water warms into spring and summer, and slower results over winter. Keep dosing on schedule through the season rather than only when sludge becomes visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety and handling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash hands after handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShake well before use; store as directed on the label.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/api-pond-care-algaefix-473ml\"\u003eAPI Pond AlgaeFix\u003c\/a\u003e — dose the algaecide first, then EcoFix to digest the dead algae it leaves behind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/api-pond-care-simply-clear-3-78ltr\"\u003eAPI Pond Simply Clear\u003c\/a\u003e — for cloudiness from suspended particles rather than settled sludge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a consumable pond treatment, so no manufacturer warranty period applies. That doesn't affect your rights under the Australian Consumer Law — if the product is faulty, unsafe or not as described, you're entitled to a remedy. Ships as standard freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow is EcoFix different from AlgaeFix?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcoFix digests organic waste and sludge with bacteria. AlgaeFix kills living algae with an EPA-registered algaecide. They solve different problems and are often used together — algaecide first, then EcoFix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill EcoFix clear cloudy water on its own?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly if the cloudiness is caused by organic waste breaking down. If it's fine suspended particles or silt, pair it with Simply Clear, which is built for that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes cold weather affect it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — bacterial digestion slows as water cools, so expect faster results through the warmer months and slower results over winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs it safe to dose with fish and plants in the pond?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, when used as directed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes one bottle really last a season?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — on the maintenance dosing schedule, 3.78 L covers roughly 59,600 L. Heavily stocked or sludge-heavy ponds may need more frequent dosing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"API","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54774196666659,"sku":null,"price":330.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/APH251_1.png?v=1772082165","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/api-pond-care-ecofix-3-78ltr","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}