{"product_id":"large-estate-koi-pond-21x26-5-000-gal","title":"LARGE — Estate Koi Pond (21'x26', ~5,000 gal)","description":"\u003c!-- =====================================================================\n     POND PRO DIRECT — PRODUCT PAGE BODY HTML  (BUNDLE PRODUCT)\n     Aquascape 21'x26' Large Pond Kit + Season Water Care Bundle\n     Components: 53036 Large kit + 96008 Starter Bacteria 1gal + 96010 Detoxifier 1gal\n     Real bundle SKU (single add-to-cart). Framing: kit + a SEASON of water care\n     (gallon sizes = multi-application supply for a ~5,000-gal pond), NOT day-one.\n     TRIM: standard Large (standard LED pkg + Dosing System SL). 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This bundle pairs the complete \u003cstrong\u003eAquascape Large Pond Kit 21' × 26' (#53036)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Signature Series 6000 BioFalls®, Signature Series 1000 Skimmer, AquaSurge® 4000–8000 adjustable-flow pump, and LED lighting — with \u003cstrong\u003egallon-size\u003c\/strong\u003e water treatments sized for a big pond: \u003cstrong\u003e1 gallon Pond Detoxifier\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e1 gallon Pond Starter Bacteria\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt roughly \u003cstrong\u003e4,500–5,500 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e, a pond this size uses meaningful volumes of treatment — at startup and across a season of top-offs and water changes. Gallon bottles are the best value per ounce and mean you're not reordering mid-season. This isn't a single-fill starter pack; it's the kit plus a working supply of the two treatments a large pond leans on most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ppd-chips\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ppd-chip\"\u003e21' × 26' Ecosystem Pond\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ppd-chip\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e~4,500–5,500\u003c\/b\u003e Gallons\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ppd-chip\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGallon-Size\u003c\/b\u003e Water Care\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ppd-chip\"\u003eAquaSurge 4000–8000 Pump\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ppd-chip\"\u003eSignature 6000 BioFalls®\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ppd-chip\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLED\u003c\/b\u003e Lighting Included\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ppd-chip\"\u003eSeason Supply\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================ ONE ORDER STRIP ============================ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ppd-onestop\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"h\"\u003eOne Order\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"s\"\u003eLarge kit + gallon-size treatments, shipped together — no mid-season reorders.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"h\"\u003eSized for a Big Pond\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"s\"\u003eGallon bottles match the treatment volume a ~5,000-gal pond actually uses.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"h\"\u003eBest Value Per Ounce\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"s\"\u003eGallon sizes cost the least per ounce of the whole treatment line.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================ WHAT'S IN THE BUNDLE ============================ --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in This Bundle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ppd-incl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ppd-ic\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eThe Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAquascape 21'×26' Large Pond Kit\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"role\"\u003eSKU 53036 — Signature Series 1000 Skimmer, Signature Series 6000 BioFalls® with BioBalls®, AquaSurge® 4000–8000 adjustable-flow pump (up to ~7,793 GPH), 25'×30' 45-mil EPDM liner + 750 sq ft underlayment, 2\"×50' PVC, LED lighting package, Dosing System SL, and installation kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ppd-ic\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eSafe Water — All Season\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePond Detoxifier — 1 Gallon\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"role\"\u003eSKU 96010 — removes chlorine \u0026amp; chloramine, neutralizes ammonia, chelates metals. Treats up to 80,000 gallons; a gallon covers your fill plus a season of water changes and top-offs. Works down to 32°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ppd-ic\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eLiving Filter — Bulk\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePond Starter Bacteria — 1 Gallon\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"role\"\u003eSKU 96008 — seeds the beneficial bacteria that drive the nitrogen cycle. Treats up to 80,000 gallons; covers a full multi-application spring start-up on a large pond with plenty left for re-dosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ppd-note\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHonest sizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e a 21'×26' pond holds roughly 5,000 gallons, so a full dose is about 50 pumps of each treatment. At that rate, a 1-gallon bottle of Detoxifier is many applications' worth — enough for install plus a season of water changes — and a gallon of Starter Bacteria covers a complete spring start-up several times over. If you'd rather not carry a season's supply and just want start-up quantities, the 32 oz sizes (treat 20,000 gal each) are the leaner choice — \u003ca href=\"tel:7655084352\"\u003ecall us\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll swap the bundle.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ppd-note warn\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrim note (verify on your invoice):\u003c\/strong\u003e This page describes the standard Large kit (standard LED lighting package + Dosing System SL). Aquascape also offers this 21'×26' kit with alternate pumps (AquaSurge PRO 4000–8000 \/ SLD 5000–9000 \/ solids-handling) and Smart-Control features. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================ INSTALL-DAY SEQUENCE ============================ --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStartup \u0026amp; Season Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ppd-why\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild the pond.\u003c\/strong\u003e Set the Signature Series 1000 Skimmer and 6000 BioFalls®, lay the 25'×30' 45-mil EPDM liner over the underlayment, and connect the AquaSurge® adjustable-flow pump with the included 2\"×50' PVC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFill it, then dose Detoxifier \u003cem\u003efirst\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e As you add tap or well water, treat it with Pond Detoxifier (1 pump per 100 gallons — about 50 pumps for a full 5,000-gal fill) so chlorine, chloramine, and metals can't harm fish or stall your biology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Starter Bacteria.\u003c\/strong\u003e Add Pond Starter Bacteria (1 pump per 100 gallons) near the waterfall or skimmer return and aerate for 24 hours to establish the biological filter; re-dose weekly for the first two weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep dosing through the season.\u003c\/strong\u003e Re-treat with Detoxifier on every water change or large top-off, and use the remaining Starter Bacteria to re-seed after clean-outs. The gallon sizes mean you won't run out mid-summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet the Dosing System SL and dial in flow.\u003c\/strong\u003e Load the dosing system for hands-off ongoing care and tune the adjustable pump's flow for your waterfall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================ SPECS ============================ --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBundle Contents \u0026amp; Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ppd-tablewrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ppd-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinished Pond Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21' × 26' × 2' max depth (~4,500–5,500 gallons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKit (SKU 53036)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignature Series 1000 Skimmer · Signature Series 6000 BioFalls® with rock tray + BioBalls® · AquaSurge® 4000–8000 adjustable-flow pump (up to ~7,793 GPH) with check valve · 45-mil EPDM liner 25'×30' (20-yr guarantee) · 750 sq ft underlayment · 2\"×50' flexible PVC + fittings · LED lighting package · Dosing System SL + 32 oz treatment · installation kit · Welcome Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePond Detoxifier (SKU 96010)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 gallon · treats up to 80,000 gal · removes chlorine \u0026amp; chloramine, neutralizes ammonia, chelates metals · works down to 32°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePond Starter Bacteria (SKU 96008)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 gallon · treats up to 80,000 gal · establishes biological ecosystem · effective above 40°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNot included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRocks, gravel, and aquatic plants (source separately)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShipping\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOversized kit — freight applies; ships from Aquascape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================ FAQ ============================ --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ppd-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre gallon-size treatments too much for this pond?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ans\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot too much, but they're a season supply rather than a single-fill quantity. A 21'×26' pond holds roughly 5,000 gallons, so a full dose is about 50 pumps of each treatment. A 1-gallon bottle (treats 80,000 gallons) covers your initial fill plus many later water changes and re-doses. If you only want start-up quantities, the 32 oz sizes are leaner — call us and we'll swap them into the bundle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat's the advantage of the bundle over buying the kit alone?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ans\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 53036 kit gives you the structure, filtration, pump, and lighting, but its included dosing treatment is for ongoing maintenance — not a dechlorinator for fill water or a concentrated start-up bacteria. This bundle adds both, in gallon sizes matched to a large pond, so you can condition the water, cycle the pond, and cover a season of water changes from one order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoesn't the kit already come with water treatment?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ans\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt includes a Dosing System SL with 32 oz of maintenance treatment. That does not replace a dechlorinator for your fill water or a start-up bacteria for cycling a new pond. The two gallon treatments in this bundle cover those jobs plus ongoing seasonal water changes on a pond this size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size pond does it build, and how many gallons?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ans\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt builds a finished 21' × 26' pond with a maximum depth of about 2', holding roughly 4,500–5,500 gallons depending on your exact depth and contour. The adjustable-flow AquaSurge 4000–8000 pump lets you tune water movement and waterfall height on a pond this large.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat order do I use the treatments in?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ans\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDechlorinate first: treat the fill water with Pond Detoxifier as you add it (about 50 pumps for a full fill). Then add Pond Starter Bacteria to seed the ecosystem, dosing near the waterfall or skimmer return and aerating for 24 hours. Both dose at 1 pump per 100 gallons; re-dose bacteria weekly for the first two weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow does the bundle ship?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ans\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Large kit is an oversized freight item; the gallon treatments ship alongside it where possible. Inspect all components on arrival and note any visible shipping damage before signing. Questions about freight or scheduling? Call or text \u003ca href=\"tel:7655084352\"\u003e(765) 508-4352\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================ WHY BUY FROM PPD ============================ --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Pond Pro Direct?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ppd-why\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthorized Aquascape dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e — genuine product with full manufacturer warranty support, including the liner's 20-year guarantee.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne order, kit plus a season of water care\u003c\/strong\u003e — no mid-summer reorders on a big pond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpert large-pond guidance\u003c\/strong\u003e — excavation, pump flow, and koi-stocking help for 4,500+ gallon builds. Call: \u003ca href=\"tel:7655084352\"\u003e(765) 508-4352\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-Day Return Period.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mon–Fri, 9 AM–5 PM EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ppd-cta\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild big, and stock a season of water care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aquascape 21'×26' Large kit plus gallon-size Detoxifier and Starter Bacteria — conditioned water, a seeded ecosystem, and enough treatment to carry a large pond through the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: .7em;\"\u003eQuestions about pump choice, freight, or fish load on a 5,000-gallon pond? Call or text \u003ca href=\"tel:7655084352\" class=\"ppd-tel\"\u003e(765) 508-4352\u003c\/a\u003e — Mon–Fri, 9 AM–5 PM EST.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================ FAQ SCHEMA ============================ --\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Are gallon-size pond treatments too much for a 21x26 pond?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"They are a season supply rather than a single-fill quantity. A 21x26 pond holds roughly 5,000 gallons, so a full dose is about 50 pumps of each treatment. A 1-gallon bottle treats up to 80,000 gallons, covering the initial fill plus many later water changes and re-doses. 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