Scaped For You Collections January 13, 2023Richard Cale Scaped For You Collections We just thought we would introduce you to our new Scaped For You Collections that we have just started offering here at Aqua Essentials. What are...
How to make a closed terrarium January 13, 2023Richard Cale If you're looking for some inspiration for how to make a closed terrarium, I've got a fantastic video to share. In fact the channel is well worth subscribing too -...
Anubias are easy right? If you struggle, read on... January 12, 2023admin1 comment I think so and you'll succeed with them if you remember these few things: they don't need much light they need tying to wood or rock (always) they grow slow...
This mistake cost me £23,525.89 January 11, 2023admin1 comment Only joking but I did lose money. What am I talking about? Tropica 1-2-Grow! plants. Now I've been tweeting about this and a good friend of mine who runs APFUK...
Can Tropica 1-2 grow plants stay in pot indefinitely? January 10, 2023admin No is the short answer to this and the reason for it is very simple. They are grown in a nutrient rich solution that has a shelf life like anything...
Aquarium plants dying? Here's why. January 10, 2023Richard Cale27 comments Sounds familiar? It is to me. But then I am on the receiving end but if you go onto forums you'll see this sort of statement all the time. I...
Green dust algae on plants? January 10, 2023Richard Cale Here's a few tips for getting rid of Green Dust Algae (GDA) on your aquarium plants.
Brown algae on leaves in aquarium January 10, 2023Richard Cale Hey there! If you're dealing with brown algae in your aquarium, it's likely caused by too much light. This type of algae grows pretty much everywhere and makes plants look...
Which plants will my fish not eat? January 10, 2023Richard Cale I was asked this question twice this morning - not sure why but felt it prompted a quick blog post. If your fish eat plants, you are massively restricted with...
Flow Rate In A Planted Aquarium January 10, 2023admin1 comment I've written about this before and no doubt I will continue to write about it in the future. Flow rate in a CO2 infused aquarium needs to be high -...
Contribute To Our Blog? January 10, 2023admin3 comments Are you a writer or maybe you just fancy doing some writing on the subject of planted aquariums? We are opening up our blog to hobbyists just like you. With...
Just how much CO2 should you have in your tank? January 09, 2023Richard Cale2 comments You want to use as much pressurised CO2 in your tank as possible without causing distress to your live stock. CO2 will make or break your tank and I want...