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5 Aquarium Plants You Should Try in Your Next Terrarium or Paludarium - Aquarium Co-Op
5 Aquarium Plants You Should Try in Your Next Terrarium or Paludarium
Did you know that many aquarium plants can also be grown above the water’s surface? Find out about our top 5 picks for your next humid terrarium or paludarium.
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3 Types of Planted Aquariums to Inspire Your Next Tank Build - Aquarium Co-Op
3 Types of Planted Aquariums to Inspire Your Next Tank Build
Did you know that a planted aquarium can be more than just adding aquatic plants into a fish tank? Let’s take a look at three different types of easy-to-build aquascapes...
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Top 5 Midground Plants to Balance Your Planted Aquarium - Aquarium Co-Op
Top 5 Midground Plants to Balance Your Planted Aquarium
Aquascapers use medium-sized plants to create a natural-looking transition from the shortest plants in the front to the tallest plants in back. Learn about our top 5 midground plants that...
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7 Best Foreground Plants for Your Next Planted Aquarium - Aquarium Co-Op
7 Best Foreground Plants for Your Next Planted Aquarium
When starting a planted aquarium, we recommend choosing a variety of both short and tall plants. Foreground plants are ideal for the front of the tank because they won’t get too big...
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Our 5 Favorite Aquarium Plants That Everyone Should Try - Aquarium Co-Op
Our 5 Favorite Aquarium Plants That Everyone Should Try
Need recommendations for beautiful aquarium plants that can transform your fish tank? We interviewed our CEO Cory McElroy to find out which plants are his current favorites.
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How to Grow Aquarium Plants for Profit - Aquarium Co-Op
How to Grow Aquarium Plants for Profit
If your planted aquarium is growing out of control, is it possible to sell the extra trimmings for money? Let’s discuss three approaches for selling aquarium plants, ranging from casual...
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CO2 in Planted Aquariums: Pros and Cons to Consider - Aquarium Co-Op
CO2 in Planted Aquariums: Pros and Cons to Consider
Carbon dioxide (CO2) gas is often touted as the magic key for insane plant growth and minimal algae in planted aquariums. Let’s talk about the different effects CO2 has on...
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How to Care for Water Wisteria (Hygrophila difformis) - Aquarium Co-Op
How to Care for Water Wisteria (Hygrophila difformis)
Water wisteria is a very popular aquarium plant because of its lacy leaves and rapid growth, but it can be prone to melting when you first bring it home. Find...
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5 Best Aquarium Plants for High Tech Planted Tanks with CO2 - Aquarium Co-Op
5 Best Aquarium Plants for High Tech Planted Tanks with CO2
Want to get started with a high tech planted tank? Learn about our favorite live plants that do best in environments with bright lighting, CO2 gas injection, and regular fertilizer dosing.
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Top 5 Ways to Clean Algae from Your Fish Tank - Aquarium Co-Op
Top 5 Ways to Clean Algae from Your Fish Tank
While algae is a natural part of the aquarium ecosystem, most people see it as an unwelcome guest because it obstructs the view and can hinder plant growth. Let’s talk...
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5 Easy Ways to Get Rid of Aquarium Pest Snails - Aquarium Co-Op
5 Easy Ways to Get Rid of Aquarium Pest Snails
Bladder, ramshorn, and Malaysian trumpet snails are often called pest snails because they reproduce so quickly and are difficult to remove. Learn about 5 methods for keeping your snail population...
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How to Care for a Tiger Lotus - Aquarium Co-Op
How to Care for a Tiger Lotus
If you’re looking for an eye-catching centerpiece plant to elevate the look of your aquascape, give the tiger lotus a try. With its broad, wavy-edged leaves and variegated color pattern,...
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