If you have an aquarium with live plants, you may have heard about the importance of CO2 for plant growth. But what exactly does it do? And is it really necessary for successful aquarium plant growth? Carbon dioxide, or CO2, is essential for most aquarium plants to grow. CO2 is necessary for photosynthesis, can help …
Are you a cat owner who also loves aquariums? With the right plants, you can create an aquarium environment safe for your cats and fish. Marimo moss balls, anubias, the java fern, Christmas moss, hornwort, water sprite, and the Calathea Leopardina (Calathea Concinna Freddie, Zebra Plant, or Prayer Plant) are all aquarium plants that are …
It’s a common problem for aquarium owners: plastic aquarium plants covered in green algae. Fortunately, there is an easy way to clean your plastic aquarium plants and eliminate that pesky algae. You can remove algae in your aquarium using a vinegar and water solution, bleach solution, or a toothbrush (or other scrub brush) to scrub …
Are you looking for an easy way to add a bit of green to your home? Aquaponics is the perfect solution! Aquaponics is a fantastic combination of aquaculture and hydroponics, which creates a mutually beneficial system of growing plants and raising fish. Aquaponics is great for an aquarium hobbyist that loves both live fish and …
Adding aquarium plants to your fish tank offers several benefits to the environmental balance of the tank. However, each plant has its own water parameters needed to thrive and provide these benefits to the aquarium. 78℉ is the most common temperature to keep aquariums at, and most plants thrive in this temperature. However, each plant …
If you are a beginner aquarist looking to add some beauty and diversity to your aquarium, consider adding some aquarium plants. Aquarium plants come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and colors and can take your tank to the next level. In this blog post, we will discuss 15 tall aquarium plants that are …
Aquatic plants are a great addition to any freshwater or saltwater aquarium. They provide many benefits and are also a great way to personalize your tank. While having live plants in your tank is unnecessary, it is recommended. You should have at least two live plants in your tank. However, the more, the better. If …
Do your fish appear to be bored? Are they staggering in the same spot, tank wall surfing, or even getting aggressive because they have nothing to do? If so, it may be time to play with your pet fish. You can play with your pet fish by using a ping pong ball, allowing them to …
Adding freshwater plants to your aquarium is a great way to personalize your fish tank. It also has several added benefits to the tank environment and is great for fish and other creatures as well. Arranging your plants can be done in several different ways that suit your own style. With that being said, there …
Plants are a great additive to any freshwater tank. There is a multitude of benefits to adding live plants to your tank from providing nutrient balance all the way to supplying fish with a great hiding place. Some plants do better with CO2 in aquariums! Keep reading to learn more about 13 plants that …
With their unique appearance, the Congo tetra is bound to make anyone stop and look at your aquarium. They are peaceful fish that tend to do well in community tanks. Keep reading to learn more about everything from the Congo tetras’ appearance, and feeding habits, to their aquarium needs and more! Congo Tetra Care Guide …