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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.
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When Less is More
How to get Rotala rotundifolia redder? Interestingly, less can be more in this case.
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Flowering Underwater?
Do aquatic plants flower underwater? Is flowering a sign of good health? Which plants can I grow that will flower easily in my aquarium?
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Bright enough?
The most deceptive thing about light is that it can appear bright to the human eye but not actually be strong enough to grow plants. This is a function of how our eyes perceive different wavelengths, vis a vis the Photosynthetically Active Radiation (PAR) that plants use for photosynthesis.
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When 'simple' is the hard way
The common 'simple fish tank' seems to conform to a standard basic setup that works. While it can indeed function, it is also ironically the hard way to maintain a thriving, algae-free tank. This is why.
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Tackle algae....by doing nothing?
While 2Hr Tanks are known for their resilience against algae, but there are still occasions where we face algae problems. We share an example of a tank that was planted prematurely- before proper cycling.
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