Java Fern Care

Java Fern Care – A Complete Guide

If you’re new to the world of planted tanks and looking for an easy plant to get started, this one is for you. The Java Fern, Microsorum pteropus, is a hardy plant that grows slowly and needs very little maintenance. Java Fern care can be a snap yet it is interesting enough to be valued in professional aquascapes.

This is one of the most popular aquarium plants for freshwater aquariums because it is so easy and fun to grow. Read on to learn everything you need to know about caring for and growing the Java Fern.

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CRYPTOCORYNE WENDTII CARE

Cryptocoryne Wendtii Care – A How To Guide

Cryptocoryne wendtii is one of the best low-maintenance plants in the aquarium hobby. But what are proper Cryptocoryne Wendtii Care routines. This blog post is all about keeping them healthy and happy!

They are a hardy and adaptable species that come in a wide variety of shapes and colors. These crypts do well under a range of lighting and with or without CO2, making them a great choice for both beginners and more advanced aquarists. Read on to learn more about growing and caring for these popular aquatic plants.

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Java Moss Care

Java Moss Care – A How To Guide

Java moss is a hardy, low-maintenance plant that can be grown in just about any type of aquatic environment. If you’re looking to add some diversity to your tank, or you have a new tank and want to fill it with plants from the start, this article has everything you need! Read on for an informative guide on Java Moss care. We will cover everything from proper environment, conditions, trimming, and more! Check it out!

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Dwarf Hairgrass Care

Dwarf Hairgrass Care – An Easy to Follow Guide

Dwarf hairgrass, Eleocharis pusilla (parvula), is very popular with aquarists who want a bright and vibrant carpeting plant. In this article, I’ll be explaining the basics Dwarf Hairgrass care. This is a type of grass that’s commonly found in planted aquariums and can create a beautiful underwater landscape for your fish. It’s important to know how to properly maintain the plant so you’re able to enjoy it for longer!

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Guppy Grass

Guppy Grass – A Great Plant For Breeding Fish

Guppy grass is a really popular plant in the planted tank hobby, and for good reason. This plant is very easy to grow and has plenty of great benefits for your livestock.

It can be a difficult plant to keep under control in a small tank though and tends to take over pretty fast. It is also a great plant for breeding fish, as young fish will feed on the plant and will give them the much need shelter they need to grow. Read on to learn everything you need to know to successfully grow and care for this undemanding and fast-growing aquatic plant in your aquarium.

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Planted Aquarium

The Secrets To Keeping A Planted Aquarium (An Aquascaper’s Approach)

Planted aquariums are a great way to add life and color to your home. They can give a sense of tranquility in an otherwise busy space, and they also provide a utopia for fish giving them the most ideal environment. But maintaining one can be tricky – there is the lighting, fertilizing schedule, water conditions, etc. The complexity of a planted tank may want you to pull your hair out! That said, if you want to maintain your own plant tank with care and attention (and without having to run back inside every five minutes), I’m here to provide some secrets that will help you do so successfully.

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Anubias Nana

Anubias Nana Care guide: The Beginner’s Aquarium Plant

If you’re new to the hobby of keeping plants alive in an aquarium, you may be unsure of which plant is best for your first. If so, Anubias Nana might be just the ticket! These hardy little plants are perfect for beginners because they tolerate a wide range of water conditions and grow slowly enough that it’s easy to keep up with their maintenance. This article will teach you everything you need to know about caring for these beautiful aquatic plants.

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Ludwigia Repens

Ludwigia Repens Plant Care: A Guide to Growth and Maintenance

Looking for an easy to care for red plant? Ludwigia repens may for you then. Reds are a major challenge for beginner planted tank owners due to their more complex care over green plants. However, this plant bucks the trend with its forgiving nature. Ludwigia repens, or the red leaf ludwigia is a great beginner plant that can be grown under a wide range of different lighting conditions, and with or without CO2 injection. This is one of the best red plants for beginners to start out with. Read on to learn everything you need to know about growing the red leaf ludwigia.

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Monte Carlo Plant

A care and info guide on the Monte Carlo Plant

‘Monte Carlo’ is one of the most popular carpet plants for moderately lit freshwater tropical aquascapes. These plants are great for beginners and they grow fast, creating a dense and beautiful bright green carpet. That isn’t all they can be used for, however, these tiny plants can be grown as epiphytes too. Grown this way, they make for an eye-catching cascading carpet over hardscape features like driftwood and rock.

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Water Sprite

How To Care For Your Water Sprite – A Complete Guide

If you’ve just brought home a water sprite or are thinking of having one, you may be wondering how to care for it. With the proper knowledge and equipment, caring for your water sprite is simple! There are so many different types of aquarium plants available today that choosing the right one for your aquascape can be a bit daunting. Water Sprite is an great option for many aquarists both experienced and new to the hobby.

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