In Episode 14 of Year of the Reef, Jess walks you through the best soft corals for beginners, how to dip and place them properly, and how to build a colorful, low-maintenance reefscape that flourishes over time.
From leather corals and zoanthids to star polyps and mushrooms, we cover the essential care tips, placement strategies, and growth habits of the most forgiving—and most beautiful—corals in the hobby. Learn how to prevent overgrowth, choose the right lighting and flow, and build a reef that grows with you.
