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I've had luck with low-tech plants like Java Moss and Marimo balls. They don't need much light or ferts, and my fish love hiding in them. Maybe start with those if you're new to plants.


Java Moss is a great starter. It's practically indestructible. I've even seen it grow in tanks with zero ...

Plants need more than just good water. What kind of plants are you trying to grow? Some like Anubias or Java Fern are easy, but others need high light or root tabs. Also, how long do you keep the lights on?

I really appreciate your advice - it's exactly why I created this account, to get the best for my tankmates. I'm now even more confused, though, because I've spent hours talking to the fish experts at my local store, and they all told me it would be fine to keep them together. I've been thinking ...

I've got a 10-gallon tank with a pretty interesting mix of fish - my double half moon betta Sparrow, three panda corys, three cherry barbs, and a powder blue dwarf gourami that I added recently.

From what I've read, some people are hesitant about keeping bettas and gouramis together, but so far, my ...

I've recently set up my first fin tank after buying it on a whim the day my dog passed away. I've had aquariums before, but that was years ago, so I'm not a complete newbie, but definitely no expert either.

My little tank's got a double half moon betta named Sparrow - he's my absolute favorite ...