Care guides

A little guidance. A lot of growing potential.

Clear, practical reading for every stage—from choosing your first plant to keeping an established aquascape in balance.

Planted freshwater aquarium with wood and live plants
Start here

Your first planted aquarium

A practical sequence for choosing plants, arranging a layout, and getting through the first few weeks.

6 min read
Planted freshwater aquarium with wood and live plants
Planting

How to plant each type

Rhizomes, stems, rosettes, carpets, and floaters need different treatment. Get the base right.

5 min read
Planted freshwater aquarium with wood and live plants
Equipment

Light & CO₂, in balance

Understand why more light does not automatically mean better growth—and when added CO₂ helps.

5 min read
Planted freshwater aquarium with wood and live plants
Nutrition

Substrate & plant nutrition

Choose a rooting medium and feeding routine that work with the plants and water you have.

5 min read
Planted freshwater aquarium with wood and live plants
Troubleshooting

Plant melt: what to check

Separate normal adjustment from ongoing decline by inspecting the base and watching new growth.

4 min read
Planted freshwater aquarium with wood and live plants
Plant selection

Choose plants for your setup

Think in terms of light, placement, mature size, and routine—not just the prettiest photograph.

4 min read