Yes, it is that time again. . . .spring green algae time. What should you do? The pond fish are waking up from their winter rest and the plants are just starting to grow. Because there are often more nutrients in the water than the plants are using, it is common to have green tinged water. The quick fix for green algae is to use a “safe for plants & fish” algaecide like Algaefix or Green Clean along with a beneficial bacteria. Typically you will see results within 24-48 hours. It is important to use this as a quick fix and make sure that your pond is properly planted. You may also utilize a UV sterilizer. These UV lights “zap” the green single celled algaes, but has no effect on string algaes. Again, it is important to remember to plant your pond properly utilizing plants as filters. Properly planting a pond will help keep your pond water clear and healthy.