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December 17, 2025

The Best Algae Eaters for a Clean, Thriving Planted Aquarium

Keeping algae under control is one of the biggest challenges in maintaining a beautiful planted aquarium. While some algae are natural and even beneficial in small amounts, too much can quickly cloud the glass, smother plants, and disrupt the tank’s...

December 9, 2025

Why Replacing Your RO/DI Filters Is Essential for a Healthy Aquarium

When it comes to keeping your aquarium thriving, one of the most overlooked factors is the purity of your water. Even the most advanced filtration system can only do its job if it’s properly maintained—and that includes your RO/DI (Reverse...

October 20, 2025

Starting Your First Planted Aquarium: The Best Hardy Plants for Beginners

Creating your first planted aquarium is one of the most rewarding ways to bring nature into your home. A healthy mix of live plants doesn’t just enhance your aquascape — it also helps stabilize water parameters, oxygenate the tank, and...

October 6, 2025

Why You Need Carbon and Phosphate Media in Your Aquarium

Maintaining a thriving aquarium—whether saltwater or freshwater—goes beyond just mechanical and biological filtration. While those systems handle debris and break down waste, chemical filtration is what gives your water that crystal-clear polish and long-term stability. Two of the most effective...

August 1, 2024

High Tech Aquascaping your dream aquarium A-Z Walkthrough

Creating a densely planted aquarium full of colors such as red, pink, and yellow requires what is called a high-tech setup. High-tech planted aquariums require CO2 systems and higher output lights due to the demands of the type of...

July 29, 2024

How to setup a low tech planted EDEN Aquarium System

Low-tech planted aquariums are an easy way to experience the beautiful world of freshwater. The term “low-tech” means the use of plants that are low-maintenance, adaptable to various conditions and lighting levels, and don’t rely on a CO2 system to flourish.

April 6, 2023

How to Create a Thriving Community Freshwater Aquarium

Freshwater aquariums are not only beautiful additions to any home or office space, but they also provide numerous benefits beyond aesthetics.