The selection, planting and cultivation of aquarium plants - algae - requires a fairly serious approach. Before purchasing plants, it is necessary to clarify how compatible they are with each other. How do you plant algae in your aquarium?
It is necessary
- - tweezers;
- - nylon thread;
- - suction cups
Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the plants for planting Inspect the algae carefully. Remove rotten or sore parts. Remove dirt from the roots. Prepare a weak saline solution at the rate of 1 teaspoon of salt per liter of water. Rinse each plant thoroughly, then let it sit in the solution for at least five minutes to kill any pests. Rinse with running water. Shorten unnecessarily long roots.
Step 2
Choose a Planting Method for Algae There are two methods for planting plants that take root in soil. You can plant algae in an aquarium that is already partially filled with water, or you can first plant the plants in the ground, and only then fill in the water. Each of these methods has its own pros and cons. In the first case, it is much easier to give the algae the desired position, in the second, it is easier to fix the plant in the soil.
Step 3
Consider the algae planting site It should be remembered that plants, as a rule, should occupy no more than 1/3 of the area. It is recommended to plant thick and large algae at the far wall. If planted forward, they can obstruct the view and crowd out the fish. Medium sized plants will look good on the sides and in the middle of the tank. It is recommended to place freestanding algae in the center. Plant undersized algae in the foreground, leaving part of the front wall free. Make sure that light-loving plants are located as close to the light source as possible and do not shade each other.
Step 4
When planting algae in a dry aquarium, it is necessary to make small depressions in the previously marked places of the soil. Gently lower the plant into the hole and make sure its roots are pointing down and not coming out to the surface. Lightly compact the soil around the planted plant.
Step 5
In order to properly plant the algae in an already filled aquarium, you will need tweezers. Gently pinch the roots of the algae with tweezers and insert into the soil. Unclench the ends of the tweezers and remove them, holding them at an angle to the plant. If the plant emerges, it is recommended to tie its roots to the stone in advance using a nylon thread. It will be possible to remove the thread after the algae is finally rooted.
Step 6
Floating plants are the last to enter a water-filled aquarium. In order to limit the area of their placement, you can use a nylon thread, tying it to the suction cups attached to the walls of the aquarium.
