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If you choose Express Delivery, we will replace any plants that are damaged due to delays. Express Delivery is a fast, trackable, and reliable option with a one hour delivery window. It also ensures that the plants will arrive in the same condition as when they left our facility. If you choose a different postage option, such as Tracked 24 or Tracked 48, you will not be covered for any damages due to delays and will assume the risk yourself if the plants do not arrive in good condition. Express Delivery includes an insurance policy, which may cost more but provides added peace of mind.
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Ludwigia palustris 'Super Red' is a beautiful aquatic plant that adds vibrant colour to any freshwater aquarium. Its leaves are a deep, rich shade of red that contrasts nicely with the greens of other aquatic plants. The leaves are oval in shape and can grow up to 1 inch long. They are arranged on thin, delicate stems that can grow up to 12 inches tall.
This plant is perfect for use as a background plant in a larger aquarium, or as a focal point in a smaller tank. It can also be used in outdoor water gardens or ponds. It prefers a moderate to high light level and can thrive in a variety of water conditions, including hard or soft water. However, for optimal growth, it should be provided with a rich, nutrient-dense substrate and regular fertilization.
Ludwigia palustris 'Super Red' is easy to care for, and is a great choice for both novice and experienced aquarists. It is relatively hardy and can tolerate a wide range of water temperatures and pH levels. It can be propagated by cutting the stem and planting the cuttings in a nutrient-rich substrate.
One of the main benefits of having this plant in your aquarium is it can provide shelter for fish and other aquatic animals, as well as help to improve water quality by removing excess nutrients from the water. It also helps to oxygenate the water and provide natural filtration.
In conclusion, Ludwigia palustris 'Super Red' is a beautiful and hardy plant that will add vibrant colour to any freshwater aquarium. It's easy to care for and tolerant of a wide range of water conditions, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced aquarists. It is also great for providing shelter and promoting a healthy environment for aquatic life, as well as improving water quality. This is why many aquarists choose this plant for their tank and it can help to improve the overall aesthetic of the aquarium.
Here's a few tips about this plant that are worth mentioning.
1. Lots of colour
Red plants are popular in the hobby because they break up the sea of green that we see so much of. Use red plants in groups to create focal points and consider positioning them around wood or rock for a stylish look.
2. Red plants need more light
Red plants get their colour from light intensity. The reason they arrive with lovely colours is because they're grown in greenhouses that have access to lots of natural light. This means they grow fast, and colourful. If you don't have lots of light (and these plants really like pink light), colour can be less along with speed of growth.
3. Don't forget to trim
Most red plants are stems and this means they generally grow quite fast. It's important to trim stem plants regularly and don't be concerned when trimming 50% each time. This allows the plant to retain their colours and stay bushy. If you let them grow too big, they'll drop their lower leaves and concentrate on their top section (resembling a forest canopy) which you don't want.
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Healthy plants although not particularly well rooted, still I divided it into a number of parts and planted in the substrate. Plants appear to be doing well and are showing signs of growth.
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Paul Bateman
Plant
Beautiful plant thank you
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Louise Baker
Always excellent plants
I always buy my plants from aqua essentials. I am a repeat customer and I am never disappointed. I received a lovely plant. It’s settling nicely at the back of my tank.
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Robert Schonewald
Quick growing
Good quality plant which has almost doubled in size in one week, very happy with it
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Samuel
Quality plant well packaged and delivered quickly
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jack barnes
Brilliant service
Ordered off this site many times always reliable and good stock this plant has really took well to my aquarium and is a lovely orange
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Alastair Johnstone
Excellent plants
Arrived promptly, well packed. Have settled into the aquarium after planting.
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Aysa Gaubaite (8yxdk69)
perfect
the plants came is great condition
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Pamela Dickson
Another great delivery.
Plants arrived very well packaged as usual. All very healthy and have settled well into the tank. A lot of new growth but not a lot of colour yet, although I do have quite low tech lighting in my tank. Will keep coming to Aqua Essentials for my plants.
Your plants will be wrapped with recyclable Honey Comb wrap - sounds cool because it is :). It interlocks which means we don't need to use tape either, reducing our impact on the environment.
Not only is delivery fast with DPD Express but it's also green as they offset all the carbon their vehicles produce. Guilt free delivery which we're very proud of...
We guarantee you'll be happy with your order. But if you're not, please contact us so we can resolve. We are 100% here to help and will always do our best to resolve any issues - that's a promise.
I have had the plants about three weeks now and so far so good. If Aqua Essentials could please provide a list of easy to grow plants. I know Co2 instruction is ideal but i am not sure how that is achieved or the cost of doing that?
Fast delivery and plants arrived in great condition i am now waiting to monitor the growth in my nee set up and then I will be placing a further order.
This is the second time I've bought from this shop and both times products arrived in good time and in very good shape. Plants are always a decent size and healthy
This is the second time I've bought from this shop and both times products arrived in good time and in very good shape. Plants are always a decent size and healthy
Hottonia palustris
nina
First time ordering plants online and I now have a permanent source. Not only cheaper but so much better than previous purchases I’ve made in store.
Can’t make a single complaint, next day delivery, great packaging no damage anything. And the moss balls are so tiny I love it. Can’t wait to add them to the tank.
They include little care sheets to figure out how to properly care for your plants if needed. Will be coming back when I’m ready to move forward with the next plants. Great company ☺️
Aqua Essentials
Etsy customer
All plants arrived in excellent condition and made a perfect addition to my aquarium
Bolbitis heudelotii (Congo fern)
Etsy customer
Super fast delivery well packaged item identical to picture really happy looks fab
