14 Gallon Nature Aquascape
Goal
Create a minimalist, nature aquascape with strong red accents, a rock structure, and a lush green lawn.
What to Expect
- Full consultation to select the right tank size and style for your space
- Custom aquascape design tailored to your preferences
- Professional installation of substrate, plants, and equipment
- Initial water balancing and cycling guidance
- Ongoing care tips and optional maintenance plans
Challenges
- Making the rotala red and stay red
- Maintaining a proper balance of nutrients to prevent algae
- Crystal Wart attaching to hairgrass and other plants in the aquarium
Solution
Consistent and precise fertilization, frequent small water changes and lighting adjustments
Result
Stable growth and minimal algae after several weeks of adjustments. The aquarium ran successfully for about 2 years before I took it down prior to moving to Tampa, FL.
Equipment
- Lighting: Chihiros WRGB II Pro
- Filtration: OASE Filtosmart Thermo 100
- CO2: GLA GRO Aquarium CO2 System, Bubble Diffuser, CO2 Indicator
Plants
- Eleocharis Mini Hairgrass
- Alternanthera reineckii
- Rotala Macrandra Mini
- Crystal Wart (removed after around 6 months due to trimming issues)
Hardscape
- Lava Rock
- Cotton balls used to fill in rock gaps
Fish
- Ember Tetras
- Cherry Shrimp
- Amano Shrimp
- Honey Gouramis