CATEGORIES OF CHEMICALS USED

There are a various types of chemicals however not all are used for landscaping, the commonly used types are; algaecides, fungicides, herbicides, insecticides and pesticides.

ALGAECIDES- is a chemical treatment for swimming pools, fish ponds, and other water features that kills algae, which is a very small organisms that grow in water or very damp environments. Algae in pools and ponds can cause the water to become cloudy and in some cases, can form a scum over the surface that blocks sunlight from the water. Usually, their presence unsightly, but it can also be dangerous, certain kinds of algae give off toxins that can be hazardous to humans, fish, and plants. Commercial algaecide is a quick and easy way to remove algae from your pool or pond. When it's used in a swimming pool, it allows for less chlorine to be use or water purifiers, resulting in water that is more pleasant to swim in, without the stinging eyes and nose that too much chlorine can cause.

FUNGICIDES- are biocidal chemical compound or biological organism used to kill any group of unicellular or syncytial spore producing organisms that feeds on organic matter including; molds, yeast, mushrooms, moss and toadstools (fungi). Fungi can cause serious damage in landscaping resulting in losses of quality, and profit. Fungicides can be bought retail in liquid and powdered form. A very common active ingredient is sulphur, present at 0.08% in weaker concentrates, and as high as 0.5% for more potent fungicides. Fungicides in powdered form are usually around 90% sulphur and are very toxic. Other active ingredients in fungicides includes; neem oil, rosemary oil, jojoba oil, copper and bacterium Bacillus subtilis.

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