What substrate should I use in my aquarium? Sound familiar? We give you the 5 characteristics of the perfect substrate for your aquarium. Go have a listen!
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Pumice Substrate Base Layer: ScapeFu Wednesday Pro Tip
Using pumice as a substrate base layer will save you money and create a great environment for the important bacteria necessary for aquarium health. Have a listen.
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Dry Start Method: 7 Tips for Success – SF 027
The Dry Start Method is one way to start a planted aquarium and minimizing the problems usually experienced early on such as algae, dying plants, etc. In this episode, you will learn the 7 things you need to know to ensure success with the Dry Start Method.
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Easy Water Changes Using Python: ScapeFu Wednesday Pro Tip
It is common knowledge that frequent water changes is how you keep algae at bay in planted aquariums and, especially in aquascapes. It’s a fact and we just have to accept it. Of course, we don’t have to like them. They’re a pain. So, the best thing to do is to make sure water changes are as easy to do … Read More
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General Tips from JJ: ScapeFu Wednesday Pro Tip 005
[app_audio src=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/scapefu/ScapeFuProTip005.mp3″] JJ has this week’s Wednesday Pro Tip and it’s packed with good advice.
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Using Nylon Stocking to Hold Down Driftwood: ScapeFu Wednesday Pro Tip
Using Nylon Stocking to Hold Down Driftwood [app_audio src=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/scapefu/ScapeFuProTip003.mp3″] Ah the many uses of nylon stockings… just fill one with substrate and tie it to your driftwood using zip ties, monofilament or cotton thread. It will hold down the driftwood until it’s waterlogged. Do you have a tip that you’d like to share with your fellow hobbyists? Send it to … Read More
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ScapeFu019: The Future of the Aquarium Plant Industry
ScapeFu Episode 19 – The Future of the Aquarium Plant Industry [app_audio src=” http://traffic.libsyn.com/scapefu/ScapeFu019.mp3″] Aquascaping News In Aquascaping News, I’ve been asked to serve as a judge in this year’s Concurso Brasileiro de Aquapaisagismo (CBAP), the Brazilian aquascaping contest. Interview with Oliver Knott Self-service stations for aquarium plants! OK Plants in Germany and hopefully in European Union! Anubias Aquatic Plants Aqvainnova Linea … Read More
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ScapeFu017: The Basics of Lighting a Planted Aquarium & George Farmer
ScapeFu017: The Basics of Lighting a Planted Aquarium & George Farmer [app_audio src=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/scapefu/ScapeFu017.mp3″] Lighting is one of the most important, but also one of the most confusing, aspects of a planted aquarium. “What’s the best type of light for my aquarium?” is probably the most asked question we see in aquarium forums. Today, we de-mystify lighting by sharing with … Read More
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ScapeFu015: Measuring CO2 in Your Aquarium
Carbon dioxide is a critical factor that determines, for many, success or failure with planted aquariums. Making sure you are providing enough to your plants given your unique aquarium situation can be challenging. In this episode, we dive into the science side of planted aquariums and discuss the importance of CO2 and how to go about making sure you are … Read More
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ScapeFu013: Cycling a planted fish tank?
The ScapeFu Podcast is back with lucky episode 13: Cycling a planted fish tank? Art and JJ welcome you back to the podcast after almost two years. JJ has moved to Texas and they are both older and wiser! In this short episode, Art and JJ discuss cycling a planted aquarium. Tom Barr shares his thoughts on it and, as … Read More
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