This charming aquascape by Dou Mok uses humble round rocks as the bedrock of the scape. Their round textures and naturalistic coloration offers good contrast to the fine textures of the plants used and is reminiscent of stones found in fast flowing river. Plant choice is carefully orchestrated here, providing a good variety of colors and textures without being as stark contrast as Dutch scapes - which lends a naturalistic feel to the aquascape.

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Close up photo of algae on older aquatic plant leaves

Why do leaves deteriorate? Understanding the leaf renewal cycle in aquatic plants

This article delves into the topic of how plants continually renew themselves through the production of new leaves.

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4ft Rotala florida community aquarium: Showcasing the 2hr Way

4ft Rotala florida community aquarium: Showcasing the 2hr Way

Full details of tank parameters, plants and fish species, and the maintenance regime of the 4ft Rotala florida aquascape are described here.

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Non-Aquatic Aquarium Plants: A Beginner's Buying Guide to Avoid Them

Non-Aquatic Aquarium Plants: A Beginner's Buying Guide to Avoid Them

Some of the most attractive plants on shop shelves are not aquatic at all. They persist for weeks, then rot and feed algae. This guide identifies the common non-aquatic species sold as aquarium plants, shows how genuine aquatics shift form above and below water, and lists what to check before buying..

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New Tank Journey | Ugly Duckling

New Tank Journey | Ugly Duckling

New tanks can be frustrating at the beginning. Here, we describe one important signal that things are actually progressing well, despite plants having algae. 

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When Less is More

When Less is More

How to get Rotala rotundifolia redder? Interestingly, less can be more in this case.

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System Shocks

System Shocks

Sudden widespread algae infestation can take place when changes in environmental parameters induce adaptation stress that weaken plants which become vulnerable to algae.

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Flowering Underwater?

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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