Choosing the Best Canister Filter Looking for the best canister filter for your planted aquarium? Ensuring you have a high quality filter in your tank can make all the difference for your plant, fish, and invertebrates’ health. Of all the methods of filtration available for the planted freshwater tank, canister filters have long been the superior […]
John Tullock talks about Iron supplements in planted aquariums with a new take on an often over used item.
CS Pro Flake Calanus & Spirulina Food 1oz Manufacturer: Aquarium Life Support Systems AquaLife continues to offer the highest quality, scientifically formulated products at price points reflecting true value. Our CS PRO Calanus Spirulina Flake fish food is no exception. Formulated from the best ingredients, and fortified with vitamins and probiotics, CS PRO , this new […]
John Tullock explains what is needed in fish food and how to determine the best food for fish.
Carbon Dioxide Tip Sheet for planted aquariums by John Tullock. Quick points about CO2 and what you need to keep plants thriving
People are too busy to pay attention to long explanations these days, so I have created some bullet points that will help customers achieve success in growing freshwater plants.
by John Tullock After over a year of experimentation and observation, AquaLife has developed three new products for planted aquarium enthusiasts. They are LUSH, Phyto-Tone, and Evoke. Each has been designed to make life easier for anyone with a planted aquarium. Plants need light, carbon dioxide, and food (fertilizer) in order to grow and thrive. […]
A primer to deciding how much and what type of light you need with a description of PAR
by John Tullock Back in December, 2017, I posted a photo of the demonstration tank I have set up to help explain how to grow aquatic plants. You can check it out here. To recap my maintenance protocol: Light on for 6 hours per day. Tank receives indirect sunlight. Fertilizer added daily, except on water […]
by John Tullock One of the most commonly asked questions I get regarding planted tanks goes something like: How do I keep it as simple as possible? While there really isn’t a short answer for that, here are some points to bear in mind when thinking about a planted aquarium with fish. Read More: CS […]