Every classic pond has its signature water lily. These decorative plants elegantly float on the surface of ponds and lakes, bursting into color once their flowers bloom every season. Water lilies are not difficult to take care of and will create areas of shade and protection for an assortment of aquatic wildlife in your pond … Read more
If you’re looking for an attractive, hardy, easy-to-grow aquatic plant to add to your setup, Java moss could be a good species to start with. In this guide, we tell you everything that you need to know about growing and caring for Java moss so that you can get the very best out of this … Read more
Water sprite is one of the easier freshwater plant species you can get for your aquarium. This plant can either be planted in the substrate or floated at the surface of the water to provide shelter and shade for fish below. Water sprite is also an incredibly fast grower and will need to be trimmed … Read more
If you want to introduce a splash of vibrant, natural color into your aquarium, you’ll need to add some live plants to the mix. Aquatic plants come in almost as many shapes, colors, and sizes as tropical fish, so there’s no shortage of material for you to play with when aquascaping your tank. Staurogyne repens … Read more
Christmas Moss is one of the most widely used plants in aquarium husbandry. Although the plant is not fast-growing, it can form a beautiful carpet moss in a freshwater aquarium. The plant is named for its branches that hang down, overlapping each other to form the shape of a Christmas Tree. The moss is relatively … Read more
Dwarf baby tears are one of the most beautiful and delicate foreground plants you can currently get. Their bright clusters can be used to completely cover the substrate of freshwater aquariums, creating a soft bed of lush green, or they can be used for coverage floating on the surface of the water. They demand high … Read more
The Hammer Coral is a beautiful large stony coral that is popular with many reef aquarium keepers. In this comprehensive guide, we explain how to care for this coral, including how to propagate it. What is Hammer Coral? Hammer Coral is also known by the scientific name, Euphyllia Fimbriata. Sometimes also called Hammerhead Coral, this … Read more
If you’re struggling with dark and fuzzy algae covering the plants and decorations in your freshwater aquarium, it may be black beard algae, also known as brush algae. Black beard algae can be caused by poor water quality, imbalanced carbon dioxide levels, and excess light in your fish tank. Luckily there are a few ways … Read more
Cabomba is a very popular freshwater aquarium plant that grows in both tropical and coldwater tanks, making this an attractive and versatile addition to your display setup. The plant is relatively easy to care for and propagate and is widely available at most fish and aquarium supplies stores for a modest cost. In this guide, … Read more
If you have a tropical freshwater aquarium and you’re looking for some species of live plants to grow, you might want to consider the Sagittaria. This is a popular plant that’s easy to look after and propagate, making it perfect for beginners and experienced hobbyists alike. In this guide, we provide an overview of the … Read more
Jungle Val is a freshwater aquatic plant that’s also known as tape grass, eelgrass, and water celery. The plant’s scientific name is Vallisneria Americana, and it belongs to the tape-grasses family of aquatic plants. The plant’s ability to survive in diverse environments and its hardy nature makes it a popular beginner plant for aquarium hobbyists. … Read more
Live plants have many benefits for the home aquarium and its community. Plants help to oxygenate the water, provide shelter for fish and fry, and create a natural-looking environment that’s aesthetically pleasing. There are many aquatic plants to choose from, including coontail, which is one of the easiest freshwater plants that you can grow in … Read more
If you’re a beginner to the reef aquarium hobby, Green Star polyps are a great starting point and can add color and movement to your setup. These corals attach to rocks and other hard surfaces, resembling a beautiful field of waving phosphorescent grass once the colony is established. In this guide, we give you all … Read more
Bubble algae, the scientific name Ventricaria ventricosa, is also known by its common names “sea pearl” and “sailor’s eyeballs.” In a wild environment, the species is widespread and is often found on mangrove roots and attached to living rock. This form of algae is also an unsightly nuisance that can find its way into reef … Read more
Living aquarium plants give an aesthetic appeal to your setup, as well as providing hiding and spawning places for fish and helping to improve water quality by removing waste products and oxygenating the tank. In this guide, we take a look at some of the tropical aquarium plant species in the popular Hygrophila family. These … Read more
