Plant Guides

Learn which plants work best for your setup. Guides covering low-light options, floating plants, and low-tech planted tank strategies.

Planted aquarium with low light plants including java fern and anubias

14 Easy Low Light Aquarium Plants for Beginners

Discover 14 hardy aquarium plants that thrive in low light without CO2 or fertilizers. Perfect for beginners wanting a planted tank without the complexity.

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Floating aquarium plants on water surface

Best Floating Aquarium Plants: Benefits and Top 6 Reviewed

Discover the benefits of floating aquarium plants and find the best species for your tank. Reviews of Water Lettuce, Duckweed, Amazon Frogbit, and more with care tips.

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Planted aquarium substrate with healthy aquatic plants

Best Substrate for Planted Tank: 6 Top Options Reviewed (2026)

Find the best substrate for your planted aquarium. Reviews of Fluval Stratum, FZONE Aquarium Soil, Aqua Natural Galaxy Sand, CaribSea Peace River, and more.

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Lush green low tech planted aquarium with driftwood and carpet plants

How to Set Up a Low Tech Planted Aquarium

Complete guide to setting up a low-maintenance planted tank without CO2 injection. Learn equipment selection, plant species, setup steps, and ongoing care for a thriving low-tech aquarium.

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