17 August 2026
Planted Aquarium Cleaning Rhythm: Daily, Weekly and Monthly
A cleaning rhythm separates quick observation from planned water, plant, glass and equipment care so the tank is never repeatedly reset.
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Aquarium PlantsChoose easy, carpet, red, epiphyte, heat-tolerant and shrimp-safe plants.
Planted Aquarium LightingUnderstand PAR, spectrum, photoperiod, algae pressure and tank coverage.
Planted Aquarium CO₂Decide if CO₂ is needed and plan regulators, diffusers and monitoring.
Substrate & HardscapePlan soil, sand, depth, stone, wood, quantity and composition.
FertilizationChoose macro, micro, root and water-column nutrition from evidence.
Algae & MaintenanceDiagnose BBA, GSA, diatoms and cyanobacteria, then build a cleaning rhythm.
Aquarium care guidesWater quality, planting, bowls and responsible setup.
Automatic fish feeder guidesChoosing, calibrating and maintaining a reliable feeder.
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16 August 2026
Cyanobacteria in Aquariums: Identify Slime and Act Safely
Cyanobacteria is bacterial growth rather than true algae and often forms cohesive blue-green, dark green or reddish sheets with a distinctive odour.
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Green Spot Algae in Aquariums: Diagnosis and Control
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Planted Aquarium Fertilizer Dosing: Build a Measured Routine
A dosing routine should be based on the exact product, actual water volume, plant mass, substrate and response—not a copied pump count.
13 August 2026
Aquarium Macro vs Micro Nutrients for Plants
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12 August 2026
Aquascaping Golden Ratio: Useful Guide, Not a Fixed Rule
The golden ratio can suggest a focal area, but depth, visual weight, plant growth and negative space matter more than placing one object on a mathematical line.
11 August 2026
Planted Aquarium Substrate Depth and Slope Guide
Substrate depth must anchor the selected roots and hardscape while remaining stable, maintainable and appropriate for the exact material.
10 August 2026
Aquarium CO₂ Diffuser Guide: Size, Placement and Cleaning
A diffuser should match the pressure system and distribute fine bubbles into representative circulation without directing gas at livestock.
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Aquarium Lighting and Algae: Find the Real Imbalance
Light can amplify algae pressure, but algae diagnosis must also consider plant health, waste, circulation, carbon and maintenance.