Aquascaping Blog

A thriving aquatic environment is the dream of every aquarium hobbyist. Achieving this delicate balance requires a deep understanding of the elements involved in creating an ideal ecosystem for aquatic life. Two primary factors that significantly impact the health and growth of your aquarium plants are light and carbon dioxide (CO2). In this article, we will discuss the importance of balancing aquarium light for plants and CO2 to maintain a vibrant, healthy aquarium.
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Injecting carbon dioxide into a planted aquarium provides vital elements that allow photosynthesis. This process is necessary for the health of your plants and fish. The amount of CO2 injection required depends on several factors, including the size, type, and depth of your aquarium and its inhabitants. 

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One of the benefits of injecting pressurized CO2 into a planted tank is the control it gives us over how much CO2 enters the aquarium water. While we can control this process stage, we must consider what is required to stabilize the gas within the water column and ensure our aquatic plants receive a consistent supply of vital CO2 to thrive.
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Although all plants require carbon dioxide to grow, some aquarium plants require more CO2 than others to thrive. These high-demand aquatic plants typically originate from areas naturally rich with carbon dioxides, such as rivers and streams. When placed in an aquarium, these species require additional CO2 supplementation to meet their needs. This article highlights some more demanding plants (red plants usually) used by many aquarists to create amazing displays throughout the aquascaping hobby.
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Everything above the water's surface lives in harmony. As we breathe out, we release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Terrestrial plants and trees absorb this. They use this carbon dioxide, along with nutrients and light from the sun, to grow using a process called photosynthesis. The same symbiotic relationship between animals and plants exists below the water surface - but do fish produce enough co2 for plants to thrive? Read on and find out.
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