Plants

The Synchytrium fungus infection causes galls to form on Java fern leaf and rhizome surfaces. This disease is incurable and eventually results in the death of infected plants.

An article on how to grow Bacopa caroliniana and Bacopa salzmannii.

A guide on how to grow Xyris red.

A short guide on how to grow Samolus parviflorus red. This recent addition to the aquarium hobby is a great mid ground plant due to its short height and ease of care.

How to grow the popular aquarium plant, Blyxa japonica. Blyxa japonica is a true aquatic that has no emersed form.

Red root floaters (Phyllanthus fluitans) are a popular floating plant in the hobby. Under nitrate limitation they redden up considerably and have attractive reddish leaves and roots.

A guide on how to grow Ludwigia 'Pantanal'

Which red plants can grow without injected CO2? Which is the easiest to grow and manage?

A detailed guide to successfully growing carpets in a tank without injected CO2.

How to I switch from a fish tank to a planted tank? These are the 7 key differences and considerations.

What are the basic requirements of a planted tank? How do I have a healthy, thriving freshwater garden? Here we cover the 3 pillars for a successful planted tank.

How to grow and use Staurogyne repens in a planted aquarium.