Aquashade Aquatic Plant Growth Control 4-Pack of 1 Gallon Containers, 4 Gallons Total
Aquashade Aquatic Plant Growth Control 4-Pack of 1 Gallon Containers, 4 Gallons Total
$23868
Get cleaner-looking water and proactive underwater weed suppression with Aquashade Aquatic Plant Growth Control, a 1 gallon liquid pond dye that shades light wavelengths and leaves a light aqua-blue tint. It disperses within hours, works best when applied early in the season, and supports maintenance dosing as color fades. Its EPA-registered formula gives buyers more than an appearance-only dye.
- Fast dispersion; water typically takes on color within hours
- Deeper-water fit; best results in ponds over 2 feet deep
- Proactive timing; apply early before submerged growth gets ahead
- Targeted help; supports submersed weeds and certain algae issues
- Use-site clarity; wait 1 hour before swimming or irrigation
- Registered confidence; EPA-registered for aquatic plant growth control
Choose Aquashade when you want blue color with management value.
Always follow label directions.
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Product Description
Shade the Water, Slow Underwater Growth
When you want a pond dye that does more than color the water, Aquashade gives you a practical way to shade the water column and slow underwater growth. The liquid formula is easy to pour, fast to disperse, and best suited for contained ponds and lakes where submersed weeds or certain algae are driven by sunlight. It also leaves a clean aqua-blue tint that makes treated water look more finished.
Key Features & Benefits
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| EPA-registered dye blend | Delivers labeled aquatic plant growth control, not just water color. |
| Dark blue liquid formula | Makes measuring, pouring, and shoreline application straightforward. |
| 32 oz. per acre-foot at 0.8 ppm | Helps buyers plan coverage by pond volume with less guesswork. |
| Best in water deeper than 2 feet | Fits deeper ponds where submerged growth is the main issue. |
| Maintenance dosing as needed | Lets you refresh shade and appearance after dilution or fading. |
Comparison Table
| Aquashade Aquatic Plant Growth Control | Ultra-concentrated pond dye | Aesthetic-only pond colorant | Direct-contact algaecide or herbicide | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary role | Shading control plus blue water tint | Same pond-dye concept in less volume | Mainly water color and appearance | Direct treatment of existing growth |
| Best timing | Early season, then maintenance as needed | Varies by label | Varies by label | Varies by chemistry |
| Standard use-rate planning | 1 gal. per 4 acre-ft at 0.8 ppm | Varies by label | Varies by product | Varies by product |
| Water-use context | 1-hour wait before swimming, irrigation, or livestock watering | Varies by label | Varies by label | Varies by label |
| Best choice when | You want color plus labeled underwater growth suppression | Storage space and concentrated dosing matter | You mainly want water color | You need a more active response to existing growth |
Why Choose an EPA-Registered Pond Dye?
- Works upstream of the problem: Shading key light wavelengths helps slow underwater growth before it gets ahead of you.
- Easy to plan and apply: The liquid formula pours directly from the jug, and the standard rate is easy to map to pond size.
- Stronger buying confidence: You get a colorant with labeled plant-growth-control value, not an appearance-only tint.
This product is distributed by NewTechBio as an authorized reseller. Specifications, treatment rates, and performance claims are sourced from the official EPA-approved manufacturer label and published documentation. NewTechBio does not independently verify manufacturer claims. Always read and follow the label.
Last updated for listing accuracy: 05/02/2026
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SDS: View Safety Data Sheet (PDF)
LABEL (Directions & Rates): View Product Label (PDF)
Comments/Other: Dose Summary: Standard 0.8 ppm rate is 32 oz per acre-foot, or 1 gallon per 4 acre-feet; higher labeled rates are used for shallow water or in-season use.
Certifications / Registrations: EPA registered
Origin: Made in the USA
Feature: No irrigation or swimming restriction when used according to the EPA label
Product Form: Liquid
Product Details
Shade the Water, Slow Underwater Growth
When you want a pond dye that does more than color the water, Aquashade gives you a practical way to shade the water column and slow underwater growth. The liquid formula is easy to pour, fast to disperse, and best suited for contained ponds and lakes where submersed weeds or certain algae are driven by sunlight. It also leaves a clean aqua-blue tint that makes treated water look more finished.
Key Features & Benefits
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| EPA-registered dye blend | Delivers labeled aquatic plant growth control, not just water color. |
| Dark blue liquid formula | Makes measuring, pouring, and shoreline application straightforward. |
| 32 oz. per acre-foot at 0.8 ppm | Helps buyers plan coverage by pond volume with less guesswork. |
| Best in water deeper than 2 feet | Fits deeper ponds where submerged growth is the main issue. |
| Maintenance dosing as needed | Lets you refresh shade and appearance after dilution or fading. |
Comparison Table
| Aquashade Aquatic Plant Growth Control | Ultra-concentrated pond dye | Aesthetic-only pond colorant | Direct-contact algaecide or herbicide | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary role | Shading control plus blue water tint | Same pond-dye concept in less volume | Mainly water color and appearance | Direct treatment of existing growth |
| Best timing | Early season, then maintenance as needed | Varies by label | Varies by label | Varies by chemistry |
| Standard use-rate planning | 1 gal. per 4 acre-ft at 0.8 ppm | Varies by label | Varies by product | Varies by product |
| Water-use context | 1-hour wait before swimming, irrigation, or livestock watering | Varies by label | Varies by label | Varies by label |
| Best choice when | You want color plus labeled underwater growth suppression | Storage space and concentrated dosing matter | You mainly want water color | You need a more active response to existing growth |
Why Choose an EPA-Registered Pond Dye?
- Works upstream of the problem: Shading key light wavelengths helps slow underwater growth before it gets ahead of you.
- Easy to plan and apply: The liquid formula pours directly from the jug, and the standard rate is easy to map to pond size.
- Stronger buying confidence: You get a colorant with labeled plant-growth-control value, not an appearance-only tint.
SDS: View Safety Data Sheet (PDF)
LABEL (Directions & Rates): View Product Label (PDF)
Comments/Other: Dose Summary: Standard 0.8 ppm rate is 32 oz per acre-foot, or 1 gallon per 4 acre-feet; higher labeled rates are used for shallow water or in-season use.
Certifications / Registrations: EPA registered
Origin: Made in the USA
Feature: No irrigation or swimming restriction when used according to the EPA label
Product Form: Liquid
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