Do not expect aeration of any kind to cure algae problems especially filamentous algae. In a 1/2 acre pond put in one aerator get it in good shape, then add 2-3 cups of fertilizer. Not even 10 aerators will stop algae growth from that fertilizer addition. Aeration does not precipitate or bind the nutrients that cause algae growth. Aeration for controlling algae is a fallacy, unscientific and incorrect. Aerators have very good benefits but reliably controlling algae is not one of the benefits. If you look around at various ponds you can easily find properly aerated ponds covered with algae. Come see me and I will show you lots of aerated ponds covered with all types of problematic algae.
Last edited by Bill Cody; 04/14/20 12:18 PM.
