Aquascaping Blog
All plants require Carbon Dioxide. Some plants may require it more than others but they all require it nonetheless. This is the primary reason why we use Carbon Dioxide supplementation in our planted aquariums.
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The ability and the knowledge to control whatever is put in your planted tanks is the most important aspect of this hobby. Light when not regulated properly will cause a ton of problems. Flow when too strong or...
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People looking to get a Carbon Dioxide system for their planted tank seem to be hesitant for a number of reasons. The main reason would be fear of overdosing the tank and killing the fish. With proper knowledge though that fear will slowly be replaced with understanding and confidence.
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Have you wondered how hot is too hot for a CO2 tank? Oftentimes, one of the most important aspects is the last to be considered. Such is the case with temperature. This is one of the most important aspects to consider in this hobby, yet it is often left out.
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With the rise in popularity of aquascaping also comes the rise of the equipment being used in the hobby. RGBW (red,green, blue and white) LED lights have surfaced. Plant fertilizers are now readily available in pet shops and small canister tanks for CO2, as well as CO2 diffusers and regulators, are now normally found in fish stores and pet shops. This would not have been the case 10 years ago. Aquascaping has made the use of CO2 in aquariums very popular. So popular in fact that a lot of methods have been formulated to provide this gas to the tank water. Is it really that necessary?
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