One of the most popular questions aquarists ask is- can aquarium plants grow without carbon dioxide? Is it really an investment one should make to maintain the health of aquarium plants? In this article, we will learn the role of CO2 in the life of aquarium plants to help you understand whether this gas is […]
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Water consists of many minerals, among which nitrates and phosphates become a matter of concern when you are using it for your aquarium. While aquarium plants need these substances to prepare their food, in high concentrations, they become toxic to fish. It is when learning the art of balancing these minerals and various other compounds […]
Are you planning to add live plants to your aquarium and wondering when and how to do it? Starting with live plants is a big step, especially when you are a novice aquarist. While introducing fish seems easy (though it also has some prerequisites), adding live plants always baffles the beginners. Once you have selected […]
Java Moss is one of the most extensively used aquarium mosses for all the good reasons. It is beautiful and exotic and gives a lush green look to the tank. Apart from offering a multitude of benefits to the tank and aquarist, it brings joy to the life of fish by making their life easy. […]
Every aquarist dreams of adding colors to the aquarium. Besides colorful fish, adding plants with varying colors makes the tank look alluring. Live plants offer many benefits, and one of them is they increase the tank’s aesthetics. Even though most of the Aquatic Plants come in shades of green, there are a few varieties that […]
How would you feel seeing little flowers blooming in your aquarium? Surreal, right? A lush green aquarium with attractive aquatic plants and colorful fish alone increases the aesthetics of the tank, and when this setup is combined with florals, the beauty is enhanced manifold. If you are a hardcore aquarist looking for different ways to […]
We understand that selecting the right aquatic plant for an aquarium is overwhelming for beginners. As if learning about all the do’s and don’ts for fish was not enough, selecting the right aquarium plant and its substrate doubles the fuss, creating apprehension among the new aquarists. So, what’s the solution? The first solution is learning […]
If you wonder how to anchor aquatic plants, your search ends here! One of the most frustrating parts of aquascaping is watching your plants floating up to the surface again and again. Getting aquatic plants is not enough until you don’t know how to place them properly in the tank. Therefore, it is essential to […]
Growing plants underwater may seem a bit strange, but it is not rocket science. In fact, it is as fun as growing plants in soil. We all are accustomed to growing plants in our gardens as we have seen our parents and grandparents doing it. However, when it comes to growing them in water, it […]
A few things add to the aesthetics of the aquarium, and Driftwood is one of them. Adding Driftwood to the tank can transform its look and give it a complete makeover. If you are an aquarist who loves aquascaping and exploring the different decor items, Driftwood is your go-to option. In this article, we will […]