API Care Guide | Live Plant Care
Posted by Aquarium Spare Parts on 17th Feb 2023
API Care Guide | Live Plant Care
Growing healthy, lush aquatic plants is easy! One benefit of a planted aquarium is that plants help reduce algae growth, as they compete for the same nutrients. Be sure that your fish are compatible with plants first, though, since many are ravenous vegetarians and some may constantly uproot plants.
FEEDING LEAVES
Without the addition of essential nutrients in a planted aquarium, plants will gradually yellow, drop their leaves, and die. API® LEAF ZONE™ plant treatment is an excellent source of necessary plant nutrients, and is rapidly absorbed through plant leaves to promote lush growth and vibrant colour. This liquid aquatic plant food is rich in iron and potassium to keep established plants flourishing, and should be added once a week for optimal plant growth.
ADDING ESSENTIAL CARBON
A leading cause of poor plant growth is carbon deficiency, especially for high-light and fast-growth type plants. API® CO2 BOOSTER™ plant treatment is a liquid supplement that adds this essential carbon in an easy-to-dose form, which aids in fueling the photosynthetic process by slowly releasing simple carbon compounds to plants. This liquid solution will not alter pH, and is safe for use with freshwater fish.
FEEDING THE ROOTS
API® ROOT TABS™ plant treatment are rich in iron to ensure that your plants receive the necessary nutrients for strong roots, rapid growth, and best coloration. This long-lasting formula feeds plants for a month, and gets new plants off to a great start while keeping established plants flourishing. For best results, API ROOT TABS plant treatment should be used in conjunction with the liquid fertilizer API LEAF ZONE™ plant treatment to completely satisfy plant nutrients needs for optimal aquatic plant growth.
AN ALL-IN-1 SOLUTION
If you're looking to get started with your new live plants, check out Aquarium Spare Parts' API Plant Kit, featuring all 3 of the essential API plant care products!