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Beginner's guide to avoiding nonaquatic plants at shops
The biggest pitfall for beginners is that aquarium shops often stock nonaquatic plant species that do not grow well in the aquarium long term. This guide highlights some common nonaquatic species that hobbyists should avoid, and also shows the difference between emersed forms and submerged grown forms for common aquatic plant species.
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"Reading" Red Root Floaters
While it takes some practice to ‘read' submerged plants, the common red root floater (Phyllanthus fluitans) above turns out to be a surprisingly easy-to-use indicator.
Competitive Aquascaping: Matthew Manes
Matthew Manes (MM) is an award winning aquascaper (World #1 IAPLC) and 2Hr Aquarist brand ambassador. Here we share some notes from our recent conversation.
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Methods of connecting hardscape
How does one start construct hard scape? This article examines the various method of connecting hardscape. Gel super glue, silicon, epoxy putty and liquid super glue with cigarette filters are all popular methods in aquascaping. Depending on the type of joint some methods work better than others.
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How to reset a tank
What is the best way to do a major 'tank reset' that includes changing the substrate, hardscape and plants?
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My stem plant is losing lower leaves, what is wrong?
Aquarium plants not looking healthy, with many aerial roots and yellowing leaves. What is the problem?
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Water Change: The 2hr Way
Regular water change is critical to maintaining the biological balance within the closed ecosystem of planted aquariums. It is best to do so weekly, changing 30%-50%of the water. While most aquarists know this, the majority miss this critical step. Watch to find out more.
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Understanding the distinctive needs of different plant species is the starting point to a thriving, enduring, algae-free tank. Explore our guide to aquatic plants and livestock and the water parametersthat matter.
Vibrant, enduring and algae free. The 2Hr Tank System involves specific technogies in fertilization, substrate, filtration, lighting and CO2.
Every aquarium goes through distinct phases in its lifecycle, and understanding the process makes the journey far more enjoyable. Learn how to control algae, and other techniques below.
