Cichlids are aggressive towards each other, but are they aggressive to live plants? Most Central and South American cichlids can be kept with a variety of aquarium plants, but African species are more challenging to pair due to water parameters. It’s not impossible though!
Do you love aquariums and gardening? These two hobbies go hand in hand probably more than you realize. In fact, aquarium water is one of the best natural fertilizers for houseplants and outdoor plants due to its nutrient content. Before you put your water change waste down the drain, consider watering your plants at the same time!
Have you considered adding some lush green growth to your fish tank? Tall aquarium plants are ideal for the background of freshwater aquariums, but they also make great features for the middle of larger tanks. In this guide, I’ll be introducing 15 excellent species that you can grow in your own tank.
Are you considering growing aquatic plants in your aquarium? There is an amazing range of plant species and varieties available in the hobby, which can make it difficult to know where to start! That’s why I’ve decided to write this simple guide to aquarium plants and introduce 30 beautiful species that are suitable for both beginners and more experienced aquarists.
If you have a shrimp tank with lots of tank decors, but still you want to add more beauty and protection to your tank so your shrimp stay safe from predators and other, larger, aggressive fish, then you should definitely add aquarium plants to your shrimp tank.
Aquarium plants that flower are a beautiful addition to any tank. Not only do they add color and life, but they can also be a source of food for fish. If you’re looking to add some flowering plants to your aquarium, here are eleven great choices. All of these plants can be found at most pet stores or online.
As a beginner, finding suitable plants for a small tank can be challenging and extremely time-consuming. You can find yourself grappling with looking for the perfect aquarium plants and valuable techniques to arrange them in a small aquarium.
Betta fish are one of the most popular pets in the world. They’re beautiful, relatively low maintenance, and can be kept in a small space. One thing betta fish need to thrive is plants. Plants provide oxygen, help regulate water quality, and give bettas somewhere to hide. In this blog post, we’ll share 11 of the best plants for betta fish (with pictures!). Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced aquarist, you’re sure to find something that’s a good fit for your tank. Let’s get started!
There’s a lot of mystery surrounding how to achieve bright colors in your red plants, so in this article, I’ll be introducing the 10 best red plants for your aquarium. I’ll also teach you what you need to know to keep them healthy and colorful.
Are you thinking of adding a few species of aquarium plants to your goldfish tank? Adding live plants to a goldfish aquarium isn’t the easiest thing to do. These fish have a tendency to eat and destroy any plant in their vicinity. Fortunately, there are a few living greens that can survive them.
Many of us who want a planted tank want to have an easy to maintain tank that that doesn’t really take a ton of effort to keep up. Today’s post is all about that. The list we will make today will help you find plants that are easy to maintain and grow fast to provide a great aquascape for your planted tank. These plants are low light aquarium plants, which means they will not require sizable investments in powerful lights to keep. Many of them will thrive without CO2 supplementation, which will also save you money in the long-run.Â
All these plants are readily available as well. They are relevantly cheap and easy to find available. With that, let’s go ahead and get started!
Cichlids are some of the most popular freshwater fish families in the aquarium trade, famous for their bold markings and colors, interesting behavior, and vibrant personalities. While many species have a reputation for aggression, one group of cichlids, the ‘earth eaters’ are known for their relatively peaceful temperament and amazing colors.