{"product_id":"summit-135-clear-water-barley-straw-bale-15-oz-treats-up-to-5-000-gallons","title":"SUMMIT 135 Clear-Water Barley Straw Bale 15 oz – Treats Up to 5,000 Gallons","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet the SUMMIT 135 Clear-Water Barley Straw Bale, a classic pond treatment designed to support water clarity in a natural way. This 15 oz bale is the original barley straw clarifier from Summit and is built to fit ponds, fountains, and even smaller aquariums. It helps keep your pond water clean and clear year-round, blending into outdoor spaces and making seasonal maintenance feel straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey benefits at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNatural filtration: barley straw works as a gentle, biological clarifier that can help keep water clearer over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBroad coverage: each bale is rated to treat up to 3,000–5,000 gallons, depending on your setup and water flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFish and plant friendly: designed to be safe for aquatic life when used as directed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLong-lasting clarity: performance can extend up to six months with typical use and seasonal variation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEasy to use and attractive: simple to place in the water feature and it blends into garden ponds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere you can use it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSUMMIT 135 Clear-Water Barley Straw Bale works with ponds, fountains, and fish tanks. Whether you’re maintaining a serene backyard pond or a feature at a cafe or hotel, this bale can be part of your water care routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it works in real life\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarley straw works gradually as it breaks down in water, supporting a natural clarifying process. It is not a chemical treatment, but a low-impact option that can complement regular filtration and routine maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTips for best results\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlace the bale in an accessible area like a skimmer, filter, or water outlet where flow passes through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplace after several months or when you notice a change in water clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore bale in a cool, dry place when not in use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What surfaces can Summit 135 barley straw bale be used with?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Ponds, fountains, and aquariums; place the bale in the water feature to support clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How long does Summit 135 barley straw bale last?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Up to six months of potential clarification per bale, depending on water conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Summit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48199008878836,"sku":"B001E8O5QM","price":33.13,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/6652\/0820\/files\/summit-135-clear-water-barley-straw-bale-15oz.jpg?v=1778408481","url":"https:\/\/www.cerapatiogarden.com\/products\/summit-135-clear-water-barley-straw-bale-15-oz-treats-up-to-5-000-gallons","provider":"Cera Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}