IMPORTANT FOR SHRIMP AND AQUATIC LIFE HEALTH WHILE DE-IONIZING WATER AND CONTRIBUTING TO AQUARIUM AND PLANT MINERAL ENRICHMENT Tourmaline Mineral Spheres made of tourmaline stone are a must have for freshwater shrimp, crayfish, snails, bettas and goldfish. Each ball measures approximately 25mm in size. They slowly and safely release minerals and elements. Lasting for 1–2 years these balls slowly break down releasing elements such as: aluminum, iron, magnesium, sodium, lithium, potassium and many other essential minerals. Benefits to aquatic life Improved shrimp and crustacean molting, enhanced colours, higher breeding & survival rates as well as overall improvement to growth and health. Benefits to aquarium water Purification by de-ionization and stability of pH. GH can be raised if used at a high dosage. Benefits to soil and plants Plant absorption of elements when the balls are pushed into the soil around the plants. In addition, they also provide a large surface area for beneficial bacteria to grow on. If placed on the surface of the substrate the spheres provide an excellent surface area for algae to grow which shrimp and other aquatic life can graze on. DIRECTIONS 1 ball per 8 litres of water.

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Banana Lily Nymphoides Aquatica – An Atypical Aquarium Plant for Beginners Nymphoides Aquatica is a lovely aquatic plant that can be used in any pond or planted aquarium. It natively grows along the southeastern United States from Texas to Maryland and has been known various names such as Banana Lily due to its banana-shaped roots. Banana Lily Factsheet Scientific Name: Nymphoides Aquatica Native To South/Southeastern United States Skill Level: Easy Placement: Foreground - Midground CO2 Requirements: none Warning: Banana plants do best if rested on top of the substrate or buried to about 1/4 inch so the plant can send roots down into the substrate. If buried too deeply, the plant may rot and eventually die.  Also Snails and plecos are known to eat banana plants! How To Plant Your Banana Plant Introducing a new banana lily to your aquarium is very easy. First, make sure that you have at least two inches of substrate in the tank, such as gravel or sand, and select an area with good lighting conditions and gentle water flow. To keep your plant in place, make sure to rest the plant's tubers on top of the substrate gently. You can also bury them a quarter-inch into the ground if you want it firmly rooted there immediately. Don't worry if none of these methods work for whatever reason, and they still refuse to stay put! They will eventually send down long roots that attach themselves with help from gravity, so this is just something temporary until then - patience is critical when dealing with these plants! At up to 15cm tall, this species can be used for foreground plants, midground planting, or even as background plants for small tanks like 20 litre nano tanks. How To Care For a Banana Lily Banana lilies have a moderate growth rate, and they won't get out of control, making them perfect for beginners and those with limited space. They prefer temperatures between 20 to 28°C and can survive in low-light conditions. (The more light you give it, the faster it'll grow.) These easygoing fellows don't even require CO2. They are hardy little plants! If you want your banana lily to thrive over time, though, be sure to provide an all-in-one liquid fertiliser every three or four months. Not only will this keep their roots healthy but also stimulate cell division within shorter periods so new leaves form much quicker too. At first, the long shoots will grow toward the surface of your tank and start shooting up heart-shaped leaves, which look like lily pads in some cases with small white five petalled flowers. These plants are great for helping filter out excess nutrients from your water while adding an aesthetic beauty that most other aquatic plants can't offer. Just be careful not to let these floating leaves block all of the light from reaching other plants as well - make sure you prune them if needed. There are many ways that the banana lily may perish after planting. One of these possibilities is if its tubers melt away and disappear. There have been a few theories as to why this happens, but no solid explanation. Perhaps the plant doesn't need the lily anymore because it's getting enough nutrients from the roots. Even when plants start looking unhealthy, they can still grow strong with time. How To Grow More Banana Plants Have you ever wondered how to grow banana plants? It's easy! Cut off one of the leaves and let it float around in your tank. Eventually, new roots will appear with some small leaves, which can then be planted back into the substrate. Since banana is in the name, is the Banana Lily at all edible? Banana lily has no known direct food value to wildlife. However, even though it can't be consumed by animals directly, submerged portions of all aquatic plants provide habitats for many micro and macro invertebrates, which are used as food for the animal world. Inevitably when these plants die, their decomposition provides much-needed sustenance that feeds a variety of other underwater denizens. In the home aquarium, the Banana Lily is purely for aesthetics, water quality, and somewhere for smaller fish and shrimp to hide. Variations of Delivery Usually what you get on this picture is what you will receive. Sometimes however you will be getting a leaf. If you do the banana lily will sprout at the base of the leaf

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What's in the kit? 1.5m of Airline 1x 25mm Airstone 1x Airline Suction 1x Steel Valve Why is Drip Acclimating shrimp before placing them in their new tank important? When adding new shrimp into your established already existing tank it is important to take the proper steps in introducing and acclimating them into their new home. The whole process is extremely stressful to the shrimp   The Drip acclimation system helps with this by getting your shrimp used to your aquarium water. Drip acclimation can help reduce shock, as the shock will affect shrimps and can lead to a shorter life expectancy, can cause death, causes stress, and chances of not eating. So acclimating shrimps by the drip method is essential to giving your shrimps a chance to survive in their new environment. Also, for any water changes in the future a drip system will assist, allowing a soft and gradual water change and not shocking the environment as especially Total Dissolved Salts (TDS) & PH must be kept within the correct water parameters and a sudden water change may disturb these parameters. Plan and prepare acclimation: Temperature Check When first arriving home check the temp in the bag vs the temperature in your tank. If it is not the same, float the shrimp in a bowl or something that won’t let water in. If using a regular bag from the fish store you can float that. Drip Acclimation Importance Once the temperature is close to the same then proceed to acclimating the shrimp. Acclimating shrimp should always be done with the drip method. The drip method can be done very simply with airline tubing, a control nozzle, a bucket/bowl, and a shrimp net. There are also products you can buy out there that are designed to do the drip method. I would stick with the basic airline tubing one we stated above. How To Drip Acclimate Empty your shrimp from their bag or bowl into the bucket, including the water from the bag. Now connect the control nozzle to one end of the tubing and place that end in your bucket and the other into your tank. Start a siphon by sucking on one end of the tubing (Make sure the control nozzle is fully open, otherwise your risk looking stupid and your shrimp may laugh at you). Watch the tubing as it fills with water, try not to get any in your mouth, and use your finger to cap the end of the tubing. Now lower the tubing into your bucket where the shrimp are and let go. Take a moment to make sure the siphon is working then adjust the nozzle to the desired flow, which I recommend to be 2-3 drops of water every second. You want to 4x the amount of water in the bucket. So 1/4 is your bag water from the LFS (Local Fish Store) and 3/4 is new water from your tank. The key after you have done the following steps is to now wait… The dreaded moment of nothingness… It should take roughly 1.5-2.5 hours for the shrimp to be ready. The drip method helps to allow the shrimp to adjust to the pH and other water parameters in your tank. This prevents them from being shocked by sudden changes and thus reduces stress… This reducing stress thing must be important, we have highlighted it several times! After You Drip Acclimate Now that your drip method is complete you should now net the shrimp into the aquarium. Leaving your tank light off for the first 24 hours (the lighting will add unneeded stress), also as much as you want to feed these little guys... don't, they will be fine for the first 24 hours, lastly NEVER PUT STORE WATER INTO YOUR TANK! Putting stored water in your tank can potentially allow all sorts of unwanted parasites, bacteria, and fungus into your tank and this is not good!!   Reference https://www.theshrimpfarm.com/posts/acclimating-shrimp/

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Sweet Gum Balls are sold in groups of 6. Botanicals not only enhance the visuals of your aquarium but also bring a bunch of extra benefits such as: Releasing tannins. Help lower pH. Aid in disease prevention, both bacterial and fungal. Provide an excellent environment for biofilm and microorganisms to grow, which provides microscopic foods for fry, shrimp, apistogrammas other small fish. Enhance a natural behaviour in your fish.   All our botanicals are prepared carefully, being boiled and dried out with any seeds being removed as best as we can.

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Jacaranda seed pods are sold in groups of 4 halves ( 2 pods). Botanicals not only enhance the visuals of your aquarium but also bring a bunch of extra benefits such as: Releasing tannins. Help lower pH. Aid in disease prevention, both bacterial and fungal. Provide an excellent environment for biofilm and microorganisms to grow, which provides microscopic foods for fry, shrimp, apistogrammas other small fish. Enhance a natural behaviour in your fish.   All our botanicals are prepared carefully, being boiled and dried out with any seeds being removed as best as we can.

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White Mulberry Leaves (Morus alba) Overview White Mulberry (Morus alba) are fast-growing small to medium-sized trees that can grow up to 33 - 66 ft. tall. Mulberry trees have a short life span that ranges between 25 - 50 years. White Mulberry is Native to China and is widely cultivated worldwide in countries like Mexico, United States, Kyrgyzstan, Australia, Turkey, Argentina, India, Iran, and North America. Characteristics White Mulberry leaves can grow up to 12 inches long when the trees are younger, and as they get older, their leaves grow with an average size of 2 to 6 inches. Male and Female flowers generally grow on separate trees. But there are cases that they can both be seen on the same tree. Cultivation White Mulberries are deciduous trees cultivated to nourish silkworms, and studies show that they began 4,700 years ago and have been introduced to other countries. The Ancient Romans and Greeks started growing mulberry for silkworms Wayback 220 AD. Nowadays, Morus Alba plays a vital role in the silk industry and travels across the globe to be cultivated and naturalized. Aquarium Benefits White Mulberry Leaves are an excellent natural food source for shrimps. It is high in fiber, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. In addition, it helps shrimp to maintain their exoskeleton and gives aid to their molting process. How to use All of our leaves are freshly picked. Before using it, wash the leaves in cold running water. Make sure that you get rid of all the dirt. Boil a big bowl of water and blanch the leaves until they turned into bright yellow. Drain the water and transfer the leaves into your tank. You will notice that the leaves will sink to the bottom. After few days, Your shrimps will start eating them. Frequently Asked Questions: Are mulberry leaves safe?  - It has been known for thousands of years that mulberry leaves are safe for humans and animals What are the benefits of white mulberry leaves? - They are commonly used for medicinal purposes. For example, it helps to stabilize cholesterol levels, diabetes, high blood pressure, common colds. And many more. Is white mulberry poisonous? - It has a white to pink color and sometimes can be pinkish-violet. Unripe berries are poisonous because of latex, A chemical known to be toxic to humans. On the other hand, ripe mulberry fruits are a delight that you'll surely enjoy. Their regular harvesting season is in spring. What does it mean by freshly picked? These leaves were freshly picked from our tree and sun dried. Mulberry Trees are seasonal and they loose there leaves during the winter months and come back during the Spring and Summer periods.

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White Mulberry Leaves (Morus alba) Overview White Mulberry (Morus alba) are fast-growing small to medium-sized trees that can grow up to 33 - 66 ft. tall. Mulberry trees have a short life span that ranges between 25 - 50 years. White Mulberry is Native to China and is widely cultivated worldwide in countries like Mexico, United States, Kyrgyzstan, Australia, Turkey, Argentina, India, Iran, and North America. Characteristics White Mulberry leaves can grow up to 12 inches long when the trees are younger, and as they get older, their leaves grow with an average size of 2 to 6 inches. Male and Female flowers generally grow on separate trees. But there are cases that they can both be seen on the same tree. Cultivation White Mulberries are deciduous trees cultivated to nourish silkworms, and studies show that they began 4,700 years ago and have been introduced to other countries. The Ancient Romans and Greeks started growing mulberry for silkworms Wayback 220 AD. Nowadays, Morus Alba plays a vital role in the silk industry and travels across the globe to be cultivated and naturalized. Aquarium Benefits White Mulberry Leaves are an excellent natural food source for shrimps. It is high in fiber, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. In addition, it helps shrimp to maintain their exoskeleton and gives aid to their molting process. How to use All of our leaves are freshly picked. Before using it, wash the leaves in cold running water. Make sure that you get rid of all the dirt. Boil a big bowl of water and blanch the leaves until they turned into bright yellow. Drain the water and transfer the leaves into your tank. You will notice that the leaves will sink to the bottom. After few days, Your shrimps will start eating them. Frequently Asked Questions: Are mulberry leaves safe?  - It has been known for thousands of years that mulberry leaves are safe for humans and animals What are the benefits of white mulberry leaves? - They are commonly used for medicinal purposes. For example, it helps to stabilize cholesterol levels, diabetes, high blood pressure, common colds. And many more. Is white mulberry poisonous? - It has a white to pink color and sometimes can be pinkish-violet. Unripe berries are poisonous because of latex, A chemical known to be toxic to humans. On the other hand, ripe mulberry fruits are a delight that you'll surely enjoy. Their regular harvesting season is in spring. What does it mean by freshly picked? These leaves were freshly picked from our tree and sun dried. Mulberry Trees are seasonal and they loose there leaves during the winter months and come back during the Spring and Summer periods.

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PHAT SHRIMP SAFE Precision Nutrition for Lush Aquascapes & Thriving Shrimp For the balance-obsessed aquarist who demands vibrant plant growth without compromising shrimp safety. Our copper-free formula delivers: 🌿 Explosive Plant Growth Optimized NPK + trace elements for dense carpets and vibrant stems Enhanced iron uptake for deeper reds and greens 🦐 Shrimp-Safe Assurance Zero detectable copper (lab-tested) Gentle biofilm preservation ⚖️ The Perfect Equilibrium Promotes plant health without triggering algae blooms Stable pH balance for sensitive Caridina and Neocaridina Dosing Perfection:2ml per 50L (3x weekly) - adjust based on plant mass For Those Who Notice the Difference:• Dutch-style aquascapes• High-tech shrimp tanks• Walstad-inspired setups Lab-Grade. Aquarist-Trusted.

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PHAT PRO Fertiliser Advanced Nutrition for Thriving High-Tech Planted Aquariums For aquarists who demand professional results, PHAT PRO delivers laboratory-grade nutrients to transform your aquascape. Specifically formulated for:✅ CO₂-injected tanks✅ High-light setups✅ Carpeting plants & demanding species Why PHAT PRO? 🔬 Scientifically Balanced - Precise NPK + microelements ratio for explosive growth🌱 Plant-Optimised - Contains chelated iron for vibrant reds and deep greens⚡ Fast-Absorbing - Bioavailable formula works within 48 hours🧪 Zero Residue - Won’t cloud water or promote algae Dosing Made Simple:5ml treats 100L daily (adjust based on plant mass) Size Options:• 250ml (Treats 5,000L)• 500ml (Treats 10,000L)• 2750ml (Treats 55,000L) Tech Specs:• pH-neutral (6.5-7.5)• Safe for shrimp & fish when used as directed 🚀 Take Your Aquascape to Pro Level

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