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One of the main secrets for getting rid of algae is using floating plants. They help soak up excess nutrients in the water, block too much light from reaching other plants, and provide excellent cover for surface dwellers and baby fry. But there’s a catch—floating plants multiply out of control. If you’re not careful, they can block all the light from reaching the lower layers of your tank and even limit oxygen exchange when the surface is completely covered. So today, I want to give you my honest review of four floating plants. Dwarf Water Lettuce...

So in today's blog, we're talking about Fissidens! Today we're talking about Fissidens—two types: Fissidens Fontanus and Fissidens Nobilis. I thought I would just do a little discussion about the difference between the two, kind of some care tactics for it, and what I think you should do with these if you ever order them and what to expect. So let’s get into it! Fissidens Fontanus First, let’s take a look at Fissidens Fontanus. They're a very tiny frond, but they are very, very pretty. These remind me — have you ever had a peacock feather, and the...

Have you ever looked online and wondered why people use these things in their aquarium? But what is the purpose for them? Well, today I'm going to tell you why. Why Add Leaves to Your Aquarium? There are a few different reasons why people would use leaves in their aquariums. Number one is for the visual look. It's always great to have that nice, natural-looking fish tank for your fish. But also, some people use them for a more functional purpose. Some, for example, can be used as food for shrimp, or others can be used...