Planted Tank

Fluval Stratum substrate with a java fern.

Best Substrate for Planted Tanks (Gravel & Sand)

Have you ever tried growing plants in regular gravel? And by regular gravel I mean the colored rocks sold in most pet stores. Probably not the best idea for a betta tank... Truthfully, most gravels a...

Freshwater Shrimp Tank Guide (4 Beginner Aquarium Shrimp)

Kevin

Algae, Aquarium Shrimp, Planted Tank

A group of cherry shrimp search for food in the substrate. A shrimp tank is something every aquarist should have. These little guys are awesome. Not only are they fun to watch, busily scurrying around in...

Fish Tank Lighting (What is PAR?)

Kevin

Aquarium Lighting, Aquascaping, Planted Tank

When aquarists get serious about growing plants, I mean really serious, like reefer serious, they will inevitably get into discussions about PAR. What is PAR? PAR stands for Photosynthetically Active Rad...