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Above: A250 Mastery '20
the 2hr way
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.
Hot Topics
Chlorine a concern?
Is it really necessary to use a dechlorinator? Is it one of those common but unnecessary additives for a planted aquarium?
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Holes in leaves?
Holes in leaves are often associated with nutrition deficiency.
And they might be. But a lot of the time, they are simply the victim of hungry fish and shrimp, what we call ‘herbivore damage’.
Read MoreAnd they might be. But a lot of the time, they are simply the victim of hungry fish and shrimp, what we call ‘herbivore damage’.
Soak before use?
In using wood in an aquarium is it a good idea to soak the wood prior to use? What happens when wood is submerged in water?
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Is it a problem? Deep substrates?
Is deeper substrate a problem? Why are many hobbyists concerned over deep substrate, and what to look out for.
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Setting up an easy mini low tech planted tank
A small breakdown of how we set up a planted CRS shrimp tank. Includes plant and equipment choices, and pictures of how the hardscape was constructed.
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Floaters: a dangerous love affair?
Floating plants such as Salvinia minima / Water Spangles are popular and can be beautiful (and useful) to have in a planted tank. So why do we need to be so careful with them?
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Nutrient uptake through leaves?
Do plants absorb nutrients from their leaves? How does it matter to planted aquariums?
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Water Change- how much?
Are water changes really necessary? Does it matter how much water I change and how much is too much?
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Monte Carlo vs HC Cuba: same same?
HC refers to Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba', sometimes also called dwarf baby tears. MC refers to Micranthemum 'monte carlo’. Both are common and popular. However while they look quite similar, they are actually vastly different.
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Test Kit Budget: Top 3 Picks
With so many test kits on the market, what should you focus on for a planted tank? We go into our Top 3 choices.
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Stronger is better?
Is stronger flow always better in a planted tank? Is there such thing as too much flow? What are the downsides of having excessive flow?
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Tank Reset? 3 Hacks
Performing a major tank reset or revamp can be a daunting task. We share 3 useful hacks to make the project easier.
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