Aquarium Plant Care Guides

Aquarium plant care guides covering growth requirements, propagation and colour across popular species, from carpets to demanding reds. Find yours.

How to grow Lobelia cardinalis

How to grow Lobelia cardinalis

How to grow Lobelia cardinalis. It is a relatively easy to grow green stem plant that has been in the hobby a long time.

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How to grow Ludwigia sp. 'Super red'

How to grow Ludwigia sp. 'Super red'

How to grow Ludwigia super red? A widely popular red plant that is both easy to grow and intensely red. Similar plants that refer to the same plant: Ludwigia super red, Ludwigia sp. red, Ludwigia mini super red.

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How to grow Ludwigia arcuata

How to grow Ludwigia arcuata

The attractively red Ludwigia arcuata is a delicate stem aquatic plant that originates from the Americas...

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rotala rotundifolia

How to grow Rotala Rotundifolia

The attractive orange-red Rotala rotundifola is a fast growing stem plant that has been a staple of the planted aquarium world for a long time.

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Java fern (Microsorum pteropus) galls/disease

Java fern (Microsorum pteropus) galls/disease

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.

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How to grow Cabomba furcata

How to grow Cabomba furcata

How to grow Cabomba furcata. Unlike its green cousins, Cabomba furcata is quite a demanding plant to get into good shape.

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How to grow Myriophyllum 'Guyana'

How to grow Myriophyllum 'Guyana'

A post on growing Myriophyllum 'Guyana', a bright green aquatic plant that has been gaining popularity in the aquarium trade.

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How to grow Pogostemon deccanensis (previously Pogostemon erectus)

How to grow Pogostemon deccanensis (previously Pogostemon erectus)

A guide to growing Pogostemon deccanensis

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Why are my plants melting? Are plants melting in a new planted tank normal?

Why are my plants melting? Are plants melting in a new planted tank normal?

Is melting a normal thing for newly introduce plants? How do I prevent it? What can I do when I have melting plants? This article answers these questions.

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