So first a little help in the big brother Google was necessary to treat the small garden pond my dad properly and according to the prescribed rules of the pond Art, although the correct amount to be administered starter bacteria is still a bit of an enigma, in this regard but the motto "Good-help can "destroy -Much little, but also costs money, since the consumption of can contents is possibly increased unnecessarily.
Especially the application in the spring, after the winter season is near - to the development of bacterial cultures should the filtration system itself, immediately after insertion, remain switched off for an hour or two. Thus, the microorganisms sufficient time to settle and develop their activities accordingly. Even in the aftermath can be dispensed with the extensive cleaning of the filter, otherwise there is a risk once again and to destroy the crops of the desired effect is interrupted because the bacteria need to completely re-colonize.
To avoid any misunderstandings - FilterStarter are harmless to be settled in the pond fish, plants and other aquatic organisms and impressive the result after a short time. Clear water, exposed to the bottom of the pond and a vibrant inner workings of the entire pond, speak more than themselves.
Conclusion: Great product, asked to himself consumers. The former is good, The latter unnecessarily.