How can I speed up my aquarium plants?

Having a fertilizer and nutrient rich substrate will make your aquarium plants grow faster. Even when the substrate gets a little old, you can always add some fertilizer and nutrients into the water to help speed up healthy growth.

How long does it take for aquarium plants to settle?

Most root-based aquarium plants develop initial roots in anywhere from two to several weeks. Of course, if the plants are anchored in a nutrient-rich substrate, roots will establish more readily.

Should I keep aquarium plants in their pots?

It perfectly ok to leave your aquarium plants in pots or even add them in bigger containers instead of pacing them in a substrate, attaching them on driftwood and rocks, or even floating them. This is especially true since pots are somewhat infamous for limiting the spread and rooting of plants including aquatic types.

Do aquarium plants grow faster in warm water?

Heat increases the metabolic rate, meaning that the hotter our aquariums are, the faster our plants will grow to a certain degree. When grown in hotter conditions, some species of plants will grow more compact because the heat is causing them to flower quicker.

What substrate do aquarium plants need?

Aquarium soil, such as UNS Controsoil or Aquario NEO Soil, is typically a clay-based substrate full of nutrients that excel plant growth. It is the best substrate for aquarium plants and a must-have for a high-tech planted tank.

How do you fertilize aquarium plants naturally?

A powder-based homemade aquarium plant fertilizer can be made using a 3:3:2:1 ratio of Epsom salt, potassium sulfate and salt peter. The plant fertilizer should be added to the aquarium in small amounts. One teaspoon per 10 gallons of water is an ideal initial dose.

How many plants do I need in my aquarium?

Generally, an aquarium can not have too many plants. As long as your fish have space to swim, you can’t really overdo plants. Even thick plant cover simulates the natural habitat of many fish, especially small community species like livebearers that are typically prey in nature.

Do I take the foam off aquarium plants?

In all cases the foam strip and metal weight should be removed and discarded, as bunching packs too many plantlets together and they will rot around that weight. Remove all the individual plantlets from the bunch and line them up on a flat surface, ready for planting.

What is the ideal water temperature for aquarium plants?

Each live aquarium plant has its own ideal temperature range. But generally speaking, most of the aquarium plants will do good in the temperature range between 72° to 82° F.

What is the best way to care for aquarium plants?

The best way to care for an aquarium plant is to provide 8 to 12 hours of light each day, supply the right amount of nutrients either through the substrate or water column, have the correct water parameters, and conduct weekly water changes of about 25-50\%.

How much light do aquarium plants need to grow?

Without adequate light exposure, plants will quickly wilt and decay. Meanwhile, too much promotes the growth of green algae, which can quickly overtake a tank. As a general rule of thumb, 10 to 12 hours of light every day is sufficient for most plants. Set your aquarium light on a timer.

How to start potted plants in aquarium?

As you would expect, the first thing to do when starting potted plants is adding the plants in the pot. Of course, you will need to make sure your container is aquarium safe. To add the plant in the pot, what I do is hold it above the container with the plants about halfway inside.

How to make aquarium plants grow faster and thicker?

When first setting up your aquarium it is best to place all the beneficial nutrients into the substrate before you plant them. This method will help to boost the initial plant growth and give your plants a better chance of growing healthy.