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6 Tips to Maintain Healthy Freshwater Aquarium Plants

Adding plants to your aquarium will enhance the appearance of your
tank.

Always bear in mind that the main purpose of an aquarium is to provide
food and shelter for your fish.

Plants also help maintain the ph balance of the water.

Looking after and setting up a freshwater aquarium is not complicated.
But, there are daily tasks needed in order to keep it clean and
environmentally fresh.

Your selection of freshwater aquarium plants is as important as your
selection of fish.

6 Tips to Maintain Healthy Freshwater Aquarium Plants-

The plants must complement the fish. This means they must not harm the
fish in any way.

There are a variety of plants that are suited to growing in a
freshwater aquarium.

Plants are not only used to improve the appearance of a freshwater
aquarium but they must also contribute to the optimum health of your
fish.

There is nothing less pleasing to see an aquarium filled with beautiful
plants but marred with sickly fish with no energy.

When starting your freshwater aquarium you can choose between
personally selected freshwater plants or a package of plants.

If you choose the package you will have a pre-selected choice of plants
that will create a wonderful water wonderland in your aquarium.

You can find pictures of aquariums on the internet to see how some
people have set out their freshwater plants.

Read books and visit websites before planning your freshwater aquarium.

Don't over crowd your tank with plants.

A balance of all the elements has a more pleasing effect and gives your
fish sufficient space to move around.

Consult your pet supply store for types of plants and prices and which
would be best for your fish.

Here are some suggestions of plants you can look into and decide which
would be best for your particular environment.

Some plants you can choose from are:

+ Downoi or "Little Star" (Pogostemon helferi)
+ Java Fern (Microsorum pteropus)
+ Dwarf Sag (Sagittaria subulata)
+ Water cover (Marsilea hirsute)
+ Floating Watermoss (Salvina natans)

There are steps you can take to maintain your plants are in a healthy
condition:

1) You must have sufficient light.

You get this by use of artificial lighting. Some tanks already have
lighting set up or have holes pre-drilled for you to set up lighting.

You may want to place your tank near a window to get extra light.

2) Check your plants regularly to ensure roots don't come loose.

Sometimes your fish will loosen the plants from the soil and if you
don't check they may die.

3) Don't overcrowd the aquarium with plants.

Each plant needs sufficient space and ability to draw nutrients from
the soil. Over crowding means plants will have to struggle for what
they need.

4) Try to emulate an environment close to the plants' original
environment.

It's no use putting a tropical plant in a cold climate where it has
little chance of survival.

5) Beware of introducing a diseased plant into your freshwater
aquarium.

A diseased plant will infect other plants in your aquarium

6) Purchase your freshwater aquarium plants from a reputable dealer.

That way you are certain to get healthy plants with an excellent chance
of survival in your freshwater aquarium.

Freshwater Aquarium Lighting - Tips and Tricks You Must Know

Freshwater Aquarium Lighting Tips and Tricks You Must Know-

No freshwater aquarium is complete without the proper lighting.

This is often overlooked. Not having adequate lighting could end up
being a costly exercise.

Without the correct lighting, plants and fish will wither and die.

You also need to consider that all lighting generates heat.

The more powerful lighting systems will obviously generate more heat
and would require greater temperature control than less powerful
lighting.

There is a vast choice of lighting. Selecting the right lighting for a
given situation is important.

These are three basic but different styles of freshwater aquarium
lighting.

There is the basic standard fluorescent light.

This is often used in smaller tanks where no plant life will reside.

This type of lighting is quite adequate for fish but not sufficient for
plant life.

Next you have the compact fluorescent light.

This can be used in tanks that contain upward of 55 gallons or more.

You can safely add plants when you use this type of lighting.

The third choice is the VHO or Very High Output.

This freshwater aquarium lighting is suitable for tanks that contain
100 gallons or more.

If you want to have plants then this type of lighting is suitable for
them.

There are four criteria to consider regarding lighting for a freshwater
aquarium:

+ The number of lumens per watt
+ Lumens per watt
+ PAR and
+ Watts

As a basic rule of thumb here is a general overview of which lighting
is suitable for various conditions:

+ The recommended lighting for fish-only aquariums: Standard or
power compact fluorescent systems. These use a minimum of 2-3
watts per every gallon of tank water.
+ For freshwater planted aquariums: Standard fluorescent, T-5HO,
power compact and metal halide/HQI. These take a minimum of 4
watts per gallon; a higher ratio is best.
+ For marine reef aquariums: T-5 HO, VHO, Power Compact, Metal
Halide/HQI. Reef tanks require a minimum of 4-6 watts per
gallon and if your tank contains Coral, Anemones or Clams then
increase it to 8-12 or more watts per gallon

It is important that you know which Kelvin Rating to make use of:

+ For fish you will need 5,500K to 20,000K depending on the
species. Deeper tanks will require actinics.
+ For plants you will need 6,500K to 18,000K.
+ For reefs you will need 9,000K to 20,000K with actinics.

Many enthusiasts recommend 10,000K. They say they are the safest
choice.

These lights provide an excellent crisp bright white that looks
amazing.

Most aquarium owners feel this is the best choice for viewing.

Having a freshwater aquarium is regarded as a hobby and you will derive
great pleasure from having a tank that looks attractive and has
functional and attractive lighting.

If you duplicate natural lighting conditions it will greatly increase
the survival and growth rates of your aquatic life.

Creating as close to realistic an eco-system as possible will enable
your plants and fish life and all its organisms to survive in an
environment that is as close to nature as possible.

You will get great pleasure watching your freshwater aquarium grow and
prosper.

Tips to Starting a Home Freshwater Aquarium

Tips to Starting a Home Freshwater Aquarium-

So, you've decided to set up a home freshwater aquarium. You've seen
them around and now you want to know how to set it up.

The process is not that difficult and the rewards are well worth it.

Firstly, you need to find out as much as you can about setting up a
home freshwater aquarium.

There is a lot of literature telling you how to do it. Magazines,
books, and the internet are the three most common resources to finding
out what you need to know.

Before you embark on this project, get a notebook and write down a few
questions:

Where would you place your home freshwater aquarium?

You need to take into consideration exactly where you want it to be and
if it is suitable for an aquarium. Is there a power socket available?

You will have to use electricity for lights, filter and a water heater.

What surface are you going to place your freshwater tank on?

Depending on how big a tank you will be buying it would need to be able
to handle the weight. Is the surface waterproof?

This is necessary when cleaning it because you may splash water. For
this reason a surface like your lovely wooden dining room table is not
suitable.

Take into consideration the makeup of your household.

Do you have pets and children? Cats particularly will try to get the
fish out the tank because it's their natural instinct.

Young children are also curious, and if able to climb up they could
knock over the tank resulting in a big mess and loss of your fish.

You will need:

+ A tank that is large enough to accommodate plants with
sufficient space for your fish to manoeuvre around
comfortably.
+ A filtration device is important for the health of your fish.
There are quite a few to choose from. Consult with the
supplier of your tank which filtration device is suitable for
the size of tank you wish to purchase.
+ A water heater is important for keeping control of the
temperature of the water.
+ Lighting is very important for the wellbeing of your fish and
also the plants in your tank.
+ Substrate and rocks to decorate the tank.
+ A water siphon or vacuum to remove debris.
+ Plants that are suited to the climate, location, and types of
fish in the tank. Beware of some plants as they may be toxic
for your fish.

The necessary steps when setting up your home freshwater aquarium are:
1. Arrange rocks inside.

2. Pour water in until half way up the tank.

3. Add plants and accessories.

4. Fill the aquarium.

5. Set the filtration system in place. Plug it in to circulate the
water.

6. Add chemicals to remove chlorine from the water.

Before putting fish in the tank leave the lights on and the pump
operating to allow flora and fauna, bacteria and other micro-organisms
to grow.

Your home freshwater aquarium is now ready to be stocked with fish and
to be enjoyed as your newest hobby.

How to Setup a Freshwater Aquarium

If you are interested in keeping fish as pets, it is important to learn
how to setup a freshwater aquarium.

While this task is not difficult, it is essential that you take your
time in preparing the tank in which your fish will call home.

Creating an area that allows your freshwater fish to be comfortable and
healthy is the main priority as a new fish owner.

It is important to know and understand that caring for fish is just
like caring for any other pet - it requires responsibility, and regular
maintenance.

Additionally, there will be recurring expenses once you successfully
set up your freshwater aquarium.

These expenses include:

+ Food for your fish,
+ Replacement of filters,
+ And possibly even special items that may remove algae and
level out the PH balances in the tank.

Here, I will share the steps involved on how to setup a freshwater
aquarium in your home.

How to Setup a Freshwater Aquarium-

The first step to setting up a freshwater aquarium is researching the
types of fish that you would like to have in your unit prior to even
purchasing the fish tank.

There are many different types of fish that you can choose for a
freshwater tank.

You will want to learn how large fish can grow so that you will know
what type of tank to purchase.

Since you are a beginner, it is ideal to choose a tank that is
equivalent to twenty gallons or less.

Larger tanks require a large amount of maintenance and can be
challenging to the beginner.

However, smaller tanks will give you the expertise that is required to
successfully maintain a larger tank in the future.

Choosing fish that grow to a maximum of three inches a piece will fit
in aquariums that are up to twenty gallons.

Once you have purchased your aquarium, you must take special care in
its placement in your home.

Many are tempted to place a new freshwater aquarium near windows and
other sources of light and heat. It is important to avoid making this
mistake.

You want to avoid the possibility that external light sources and
external heat sources may affect the internal temperature of your
aquarium.

When the internal temperature fluctuates in the tank, it could cause
algae - particularly green algae - to form within the tank.

In addition to this, it could also result in the water becoming too
warm.

For example, Gold Fish are known to prefer cooler waters. If you place
them in waters that are warm, it could drastically affect their overall
health.

When purchasing your aquarium there are some other purchases that
should be made.

You will need a filtering system that will help to keep the water clean
and free of debris, as well as a heater that is designed for the size
of tank that you have purchased.

You should also purchase gravel and decorations that will help create
an environment in which your fish can be comfortable in.

A fish net, food designed for the type of fish that you are purchasing,
as well as a vacuum for the aquarium is ideal as well.

You will also want to invest in water testing kits that allow you to
monitor the water within the freshwater aquarium on a regular basis.

If you do not already have a table or counter to place the freshwater
fish tank on, you should also consider purchasing an aquarium stand
that the tank can sit on.

Now that you have all of the items that you require to setup your
freshwater aquarium, it is time to tank the aquarium and wash it out
thoroughly with water.

It is imperative that you never use soap, bleach, or any other type of
substance to clean the fish tank.

While it may seem like an appropriate choice in cleaning hard to clear
stains, the residue left behind from these products can affect the
overall health of your fish.

Once the tank is clean, you will want to focus on cleaning the gravel,
and decorations that will be placed in the tank.

Despite the fact that you purchased all of the items new, it is still
important to ensure that they are completely clean prior to placing
them in the tank that you are setting up for your new pets.

If you have a filter for your tank that fits underneath the gravel, it
is ideal to go ahead and place the unit.

If you have a filter that hangs neatly on the side of the tank, you may
place this as well.

Once the gravel and the decorations for your freshwater fish aquarium
have been cleaned, you may begin placing them in your tank.

Now, it is time to add the water to the tank.

It is important to add water that is room temperature - not too hot and
not too cold.

In order to avoid messing up the placement of the items that have been
put into the tank, you can place a plate on the bottom and pour the
water in that area.

It is important to understand that water from the home often has traces
of chlorine in it.

For this reason, you should purchase a special fish tank remedy that
works to remove chlorine from the water.

Once the tank is full, place the chlorine remover in and continue to
the next step.

Now, you will want to put the heater in the fish tank, but you will
want to wait prior to plugging it in.

There is a thermostat on the inside of the heater that has to adjust to
the temperature of the water.

Once the heater has been in the water for about half an hour, you may
plug it in.

If you have not already done so, you may also plug up the filtering
system and do any last minute touch ups.

Now, you may place the freshwater aquarium lid and plug it in so that
the light may shine into the water.

It is important to allow your freshwater aquarium to operate for at
least twenty four hours prior to adding fish.

While it may be tempting to add several fish to your aquarium in the
beginning, it is not advised.

You should only add one to three fish at a time.

When you are ready to add the fish that you have purchased, you should
place the bag with the fish inside of the aquarium for a few hours.

This will allow the fish to adjust to the climate of the aquarium. Once
they have adjusted, they can be allowed to enter the tank.

You should avoid feeding the fish for approximately twenty four hours.

During this time, they will be making the adjustment to the new tank.

That is all there is when it comes to the setup of a freshwater
aquarium.

Remember to regularly change the filter, keep a check on the water
temperature, and run tests on the water to ensure that the water ph is
properly balanced.

Freshwater Aquarium Plants - What to Consider

What is an aquarium without plants?

Your fish need a place to feel at home and the best way to do that is
to decorate your tank with plants that would normally grow where your
fish come from.

It is important to remember to use a variety of colors and textures
when landscaping your aquarium.

Plants are essential for a healthy aquarium.

They provide oxygen in the water, they absorb the carbon dioxide put
off by the fish and they help keep the chemistry of the water in
balance.

Aquarium plants also compete for nutrients with algae, thereby keeping
its growth to a minimum.

There are some things you'll need to attend to in order to maintain
healthy aquarium plants.

Plants need the right lighting.

Most aquariums are not set up with enough lighting to keep plants
happy.

The general recommendation is to provide 2 watts per gallon. Use a
color temp or a K bulb to provide enough light.

Freshwater Aquarium Plants What to Consider-

Next, your freshwater aquarium plants need a good substrate.

This is the soil in which the plants are anchored.

By using a clay or specialty substrate that provides nutrients like
phosphorus, nitrogen and sulfur will help your plants succeed.

When planning your planting, you will need background, middle ground
and foreground plants.

Background plants are tall and are useful for hiding heaters, hoses,
filters and so on.

They usually grow quite fast. Bunch plants often work well in the
background.

Bunch plants include anacharis and cabomba, among others.

Other background plants include Amazon sword plant, java fern and
corkscrew vallisneria.

Middle ground plants are of medium size and they fill in between the
foreground plants and the background plants.

They do a good job of hiding the stems of the background plants.

Madagascar lace, ludwigia and melon sword are good choices for middle
ground.

Foreground plants are low growing and small.

Some form a carpet like covering of the substrate.

Many require very bright light. Java moss, micro sword, dwarf baby
tears and moss balls work well in this position.

Every aquarium needs a specimen plant or two.

These are usually decorative plants that draw the attention of the
viewer.

Contrast plants provide a change in color or texture.

For example, if most of your plants are green, adding a red leaf
variety would provide a good contrast and add visual interest.

If you choose varieties that propagate quickly, be prepared to do some
pruning occasionally.

An overgrown tank is not attractive.

Plants must be kept in check to look their best and show off your fish.

Some plants propagate by runners, some spread by rhizomes under the
surface of the substrate.

Adventitious plants produce baby plants from their branches that then
detach and drift away to settle in another spot.

When you set up your plants, let them grow for a few weeks before you
add a few starter fish, such as white clouds.

After the white clouds have been in the tank for a month or so, you can
add other fish.

The starter fish help start the ecosystem in the tank between the
plants and the fish.
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