With freshwater plants craving both light and nourishment, the substrate choice becomes paramount. But before you rush to bury your greenery in the first soil you find, consider this comprehensive guide. From the humble grains of sand to the nutrient-rich aqua soils, each substrate type has its own tale to tell, affecting not only the flora but also the entire ecosystem of your tank.
Gear Help
This is where you’ll find help with different types of aquarium gear and equipment.
Learn how to choose the best products for your particular tank setup with the comprehensive guides found here.
In these guides, I will share my research or personal experience with anything from small heaters to large canister aquarium filters, and even premium LED lighting for plant or coral growth.
The 7 Best Aquarium Canister Filters Reviewed (2024)
When choosing something that will keep your fish tank clean you’ll need a little more than just a product description.
Discover the 7 QUIETEST Aquarium Filters: Loudness Reviews (2024)
Aquarium filtration may turn out noisy if you’re not familiar with the right equipment. A silent external fish tank filter does exist and, in fact, there’s more than one.
Why Use Aquarium Filter Floss and Where to Get it Dirt Cheap?
Your fish tank’s water looks somewhat cloudy and at this point, mechanical filtration seems like a good idea.
Tips for Buying the Best 125-Gallon Aquarium Light
Having a 125-gallon fish tank is presumably the next level of fishkeeping, and, boy, can it be rewarding.