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Algae Control

Scientific Plant Service provides professional algae control for ornamental ponds, farm ponds and other managed water bodies, focusing on long term, compliant solutions - not quick, one time treatments.

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Algae problems can turn a pond, lake or water feature from an asset into a distraction. Thick green mats, scum on the surface, and murky water all signal that the system is out of balance.

Why Algae Control Matters?

Algae issues are usually a symptom of something deeper going on in the water:

  • Excess nutrients from runoff or decaying vegetation

  • Too much sunlight penetrating the water column

  • Shallow, still water with limited circulation

  • Heavy growth of unwanted aquatic plants

Left alone, nuisance algae can:

  • Smother desirable plants 
  • Reduce oxygen levels and stress fish 
  • Create unpleasant odors and poor appearance 
  • Interfere with irrigation or stormwater function 

Algae control is about restoring balance so your pond or lake looks better and functions better all season.

A Program, Not Just A Product

An effective algae control program should always be paired with vegetation control and sound pond management. Treating algae alone may clear the surface for a short time, but if submerged weeds and nutrient loading are not addressed, the problem often comes right back.

When you call Scientific Plant Service for algae control, you get a structured approach:

Step

1

Site Evaluation
Our licensed aquatics specialists visit your property, review the pond layout, depth, water sources and surrounding landscape, and identify the type of algae and any contributing plant growth.

Step

2

Water and Vegetation Assessment
We look at shoreline vegetation, submerged weeds, and organic buildup that may be feeding algae. Whenever possible, we recommend ways to reduce the conditions that allow algae to thrive.

Step

3

Customized Treatment Plan
Based on what we find, we design a treatment schedule that uses approved aquatic products at the proper rates and times. We select methods that are effective for the algae present and safe when used as directed.

Step

4

Application And Monitoring
Our licensed applicators perform the treatments, then monitor the results and adjust the plan as needed. Algae growth changes with weather and nutrient levels, so ongoing observation is a key part of the program.

Step

5

Long Term Recommendations
We give practical suggestions for maintaining healthier water - from vegetation management to shading and dyes - so you see fewer algae problems in the future.

Working Within Maryland Regulations

In Maryland, any chemical treatment applied to or into a body of water requires the proper permitting. Scientific Plant Service is familiar with these requirements and incorporates them into our aquatics work. You get professional algae control that respects both regulations and the health of your pond.

Tools We Use To Manage Algae

Depending on your site, we may recommend a combination of:

Algaecide treatments for nuisance blooms, applied by licensed applicators.

Vegetation control to thin out unwanted plants that contribute to algae problems.

Shades and pond dyes to limit sunlight penetration and slow algae growth.

Shoreline and buffer management to reduce nutrient runoff.

Ongoing inspection and seasonal adjustments so treatments stay ahead of new growth.

We match the tools to the size of the pond, its use, and the expectations of the owner or community.

Algae Control And Vegetation Management Go Together

One of the most important parts of any algae program is how you handle aquatic vegetation. Thick stands of invasive plants can trap nutrients, reduce circulation and create the perfect environment for algae to flourish.

That is why we often recommend pairing algae control with:

- Selective removal or suppression of problem weeds.
- Phragmites control where invasive grasses have taken over shorelines.
- Strategic use of shading and dyes to reduce light and heat in the water column.

By treating both algae and the conditions that support it, we help your pond stay clearer, longer.

What To Expect When You Work With Scientific Plant Service?

When you choose SPS for algae control, you can expect:

- A visit from experienced, licensed aquatics personnel.
- Clear explanations of what is causing the algae problem.
- A written plan that outlines recommended treatments and timing.
- Responsible product use that considers fish, wildlife and downstream areas.
- Ongoing communication as conditions change through the season.

Our goal is to fit algae control into a broader management plan, so you are not fighting the same problem over and over each year.

Related Aquatic Services

Vegetation Control

Phragmites Control

Shades and Dyes

Resident Canada Geese Management

Ready To Get Algae Under Control?

If your pond or lake is struggling with algae growth, cloudy water or surface scum, call Scientific Plant Service to schedule an aquatics evaluation. We will look at the full picture, explain what is driving the problem, and design an algae control program that helps your water look and perform the way it should.

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