Aquascaping Basics & Tips for Beginners to Get Started

[@AquariumCoop]

*What's your favorite aquascaping tip to help beginners get started?*

[@IndoorEcosystem]

That most plants can be trimmed and replanted to get more. You don't have to buy a tank full to start. Followed by C02 being unnecessary for the most part.

[@ginnykrudewig5697]

Find a mentor! Having somebody to help guide you can mean the difference between succeeding and failing.

[@lemonlizard1]

Carpets make everything look good and always add some red

[@bqgin]

Help! I have an issue with my mature tank. For six months I can't maintain a "clean" tank everything gets overtaken by brown dust/slime thing. I do tests often. Always no ammonia, no nitrites, low nitrates and low phosphates. ph 7,5 and GH 17. No plants want to grow because this brown stuff covers them within a week. I have neocaridina shirmp and pinocchio shrimp but they arent helping. How do I get rid of this brown stuff? I even have two filters on. One designed for 250l size tank + one sponge filter. It's 64 litres cube.

[@lemonlizard1]

@@bqgin could the issue be light? If there are no nutrients, then light would usually be the cause of algae

[@orangef3802]

Honestly, this is one of the best aquascaping videos on KZbin, and it's coming from a channel that doesn't even focus on aquascaping. Thank you for giving GREAT beginner advice!

[@AnyfinGoes]

I'm still new, so thank you for this video. It's a great reminder that I shouldn't compare my aquascape abilities to the pros. It's good to have goals, but it's important to recognize the personal growth with each attempt. Even when I fail, I learn.

[@PaulZyCZ]

Even pros don't have their tanks looking always nice like when they take a photo for AGA contest, be it algae issues, floating plant leaves...

[@sonjaroybal7413]

Just purchased all my plants from you! They came looking green and healthy. I did my own work. Looks great. Bought two plants first from a commercial pet store they did not live. I won’t use co2, need just a easy tank. So far great next month I will put the fish in.

[@JLynn680]

I love that fertilizer! My anubias is now blooming since I’ve switched 🥰

[@Weezlenut]

I have learned more about chemistry from fish keeping and planted tanks than I EVER learned (and retained) in school. My advice is use the amazing planted tanks you see as an end goal, but, start small. To piggy back on his car analogy. When you were learning to drive, you didn't jump in a Formula 1 or NASCAR. You likely drove around an empty parking lot for a bit. Start with one or two beginner plants. Keep them (and the fish) alive for a few months before you get more ambitious. You'll save yourself a LOT of money and frustration. Start with a STABLE water source too, most tap water just fluctuates too much for healthy fish and plants. I'm on my third planted tank over many years and I think I'm starting to get the hang of it finally.

[@stevecox8066]

Using the car analogy should be a big help for most people. I have never used Co2 and don't regret it. I'm sure my plants would be better if I did, but they are near perfect as is so why mess with success. Also, I don't want a show tank from day one. I want to watch the journey, see them grow, see them spread (like my java ferns), see the carpet fill in, watch the new leaves as they sprout. All those things are the joy of planted tanks. By the way, I still only the plants I ordered from your shop and they are killing it. The folks working in that department are absolutely doing it RIGHT!. I would say especially my cripts, swords, ferns, or bulbs, but every single plant has doubled/tripled in size and fullness in just a matter of months. I've lost none of them and never experienced any dieback. Hope I didn't jinx my tank, but for now it is a 75 gallon wonderland filled with nano fish who seem like they are enjoying Disneyland.

[@ickleronny]

That cardinal tetra school tank at the beginning is amazing! Want to see more of it. Awesome beginner guide video btw.

[@ianjames8794]

Anubias nana have always been my go to plant.

[@ChrisJohnsonCJs-Kitchen]

Thank you for making videos specifically targeted to us beginners!

[@Pennysfishkeeping]

You always share the most fantastic and useful information, Thank you. The tips and tricks has allowed my tanks to really flourish! Not to mention, now I've been inspired to add some more hard scape. Just have to find the perfect piece.

[@IndoorEcosystem]

Cheers for another handy video 🙂Good to see stuff targeting newbies.

[@ariels6055]

Awe the goldfish tank!!! Miss this set up

[@audrameyer9558]

Thanks for the really great tips! I do want my tanks to look nicely scaped, but my main concern is that the tank inhabitants are happy and comfortable the environment.

[@MrVedderman]

Beginner here, please do more videos like this.

[@ansleybleu]

The depth thing is soo true!

[@Frank-the-Tank-13]

I just started this video. I love looking at tank decor. Love those big rocks and like the tree stumps but then I looked at prices holy cow$$$$$$

[@barryoakes5976]

Rocks are in the creek,, wood is in the lake

[@jonrenzarmada9781]

A timely video for me. Just got into the hobby and I'm having a difficult time on what design for my aquascape will be.😅😅 Good thing I watched this for some helpful tips. 😁😁

[@madhatterjones4781]

Some really good info for beginners to get us interested thanks cory

[@LogacysAquaticLove]

Another awesome video, short but packed with great knowledge!

[@matthewblankenship7968]

Great vid on the topic bro ..I love the natural look of wood ,rock , and plants ..add the fish my favorite tanks ..✌🏻

[@brianhanselman2423]

Wow, Murph got so big! Do a vid on Murph!

[@LarryWater]

Wow, the goldfish are back.

[@Lrlupercio]

When I started getting into the hobby I got a tank from Tom Barr that he built himself (we happen to live in the same town). I met him at his house to get it, and it wasn’t until months later that I realized what a big deal he is! I wish I had asked him to sign my glass now.

[@marylynjenkins7962]

Love your videos. Always great advice.

[@kpov2533]

I always wanted to go all in with plants. I could never figure out scaping. Co2 scared me for too long until I finally got my setup. And now I have a beautiful tank with colorful plants. As cory mentioned it speeds up growth so if you aren't ready for dedication wait for co2. You have to be ready for trimmings and dialing in the amount of co2 and so on. But when you are ready it can step up your planted game

[@andrewmiller3767]

Great advice! Thx Cory

[@Glofishkeeping]

Awesome topic and coverage! Food for thought: can we one day have Cory build this 900,000.00$ aquarium ? 🤣 allot of others out there with “best of the best” setups, would be really interested in what corys “best of the best” is at his level sans any hold back for the interpretation of what may happen in the community. Hopefully the expense can be written off lol

[@PaulZyCZ]

How would that even look like? Giant ADA tank on luxury tank stand with expensive tech, filled with rare fish and rare plants? Somehow I doubt it's possible for Cory, but it would be interesting topic. It seems way more than even the cost of the giant planted tank in Lisboa public Aquarium building, which was setup by Amano himself AFAIK.

[@Glofishkeeping]

@@PaulZyCZ idk but It might start a trend having someone build it 😂 Besides highest of techs, Maby some bougie rocks, geodes? 😂

[@angelangel6144]

You are very correct, thank you so much! I’m ur new subscribe

[@hardybryan]

I usually don't push specific brands, but for beginners, Nicrew makes great, inexpensive lights. You can adjust and play with them and they give enough light for 95+% of plants without burning your wallet.

[@statainproject6818]

Just throw it all in somewhat randomly and usually that looks the best (basically don't think about it too much) 👍👍

[@johnjwedrall4290]

Very helpful and informative 👍 thanks ❗️

[@Isaac-ul8yz]

The “cube” or “deep” made so much sense to me, I’ve been trying to scape on the standard rimmed American tanks and I’ve always struggle with room since a common trick is to have the back slightly elevated to show depth. Thank so much for this, I feel like this will really help me since I was struggling to make scapes look even decent

[@RigOriginal]

Just getting started with this myself, and I think I grabbed too many varieties of plants for my first attempt, oops! Might have to start again with a better idea of what I'm doing.

[@keikol.7110]

Good video 😊good info.🌸

[@johnjwedrall4290]

Your beard and stach are looking good on you 👍

[@MrHahaveryhappy]

I struggled in the beginning but a year later I've mastered it lol my gf keeps saying I should try and get in these competitions

[@gabrielleglenn4792]

I am new to Aquascape. My first was a 5 gallon round bowl. Unfiltered and used only natural light. It was beautiful and did extremely well! I but overtime not understanding how to prune the plants correctly cause problems.

[@lindamoser6317]

My choice of plants r so limited around me for my tank. The pet stores do not carry much in choices and Petco carries only 2 choices which neither I care for. I love plants too. Would love a natural looking tank so your video is very informative.

[@Cbtrainnut]

Hi, I just received my shipment of 3 plants and auto feeders and simple green. I have a question about using simple green. Have have a Hang on the back filter with carbon in it. Do I need to remove the carbon? I think I do but want to make sure. Thanks. BTW I love my new plants.

[@Thief94]

got lot ☺️❤️

[@jonas2431]

I feel that if the tank looks good in your eyes then you've gone great

[@Dobromir_Chodkowski]

I see Lizzie i upvote ;) 1:50

[@illgrooves]

Josh sim gave a talk on green aqua channel that's the best.

[@loganryan1317]

Heck I'm just trying to grow a couple plants. I have yet to succeed but I am pretty stubborn so I won't stop trying

[@AquariumCoop]

What can we do to help?

[@loganryan1317]

@@AquariumCoop y'all's videos help a lot, I'm trying tabs an tried liquid CO2? Idk if the liquid CO2 actually does anything. The tabs I have rly.helped the algae I feel like 🤣 I cldnt tell u the brand tho, they were given to me. Also I have a agro light I'll be hanging before too long

[@biggerman6002]

do you ship plants to Australia

[@epicbeams487]

Hey I bought Corydoras and anglefish together and then I added serpae tetras not knowing the nipp and now there chasing and nipping all th other fish. 36 gal with 2 anglefish 3 Corydoras and 4 tetras and live plants. What do I do?

[@epicbeams487]

I can't return them and I don't have another tank

[@roge_lelapin]

What wild (drift)wood can i use in my fish aquarium?

[@alyssarankins3663]

what are the bright blue nano fish at minute 4?!?!?!

[@carterog5008]

As usual great content 👍👍

[@tinadoyle3803]

How do you plant in sand substrate, my plants keep dying after a few months.

[@kurtisstutzman7056]

I just plop it all in... My tanks(50+) are mostly jungles, some rocks, and /or caves depending on the species in the tank, not really 'scaped'... I don't have co2 on any, only air stones on all... Mostly Finnex stingrays, some shop lights... CAN'T WAIT FOR AQUARIUM CO-OP LIGHT...! Because I'm not a tech guy, don't own computer, so I definitely will never buy a Fluval 3.0 due to the stupid app...! Thanks for another good one...! Go enjoy some nature today...!

[@alexanderhalliwell2109]

I've tried alsorts of plants including anubias and currently java fern which are supposed to be easier plants but they always seem to die off. The java fern has still got a few smaller leaves on it but where they've totally gone they never seem to grow back despite trying liquid plant food and liquid co2!!! Have you or anyone else got any ideas? Thanks 👍

[@Dan-yj7fb]

Can I use fish to add CO2 instead of an injection mechanism?

[@italianrabbit98]

Is 78 ok for an orange kilifish

[@gabbi47karason]

What if lava rocks are my outside rocks? Cheers from the land of Ice and Volcanoes, Iceland.

[@sanketgadge9134]

what is the name of the fish at 04:17

[@aarenlindsey3080]

I went to your store yesterday and spent $117 lol

[@tinkertown2563]

👍

[@wtv12345678]

Really off topic, but can you please consider shipping to Canada :((( you offer so many cool products I want to buy but I can't...

[@AquariumCoop]

Aprils aquariums in Canada ship our products

[@wtv12345678]

@@AquariumCoop oh! I had no idea! that's so useful, thank you! :)

[@NatashaReeder]

Wouldn’t say I’m a veteran or even an aqauascaper. I’m just a person that buys a bunch of plants that I think would work for my water parameters (acidic, soft, hard water), plop then in and pray they don’t die from deficiencies, shock, or me just thinking all aquatic plants are the same😅.

[@rougeking5897]

What did he mean at the end??

[@jamiesonwilliams3011]

Curious about building a indoor garden fish tank, something that could produce food for the table and still have the enjoyment of fish. Is there any where i could find information on this? Or ideas on where to start

[@readysetawesome]

“Swords are easy” As a brand new aquarist I tried swords and other “easy” plants. The truth is nothing really grew at all until I loaded the tank with TONS of fertilizer.

[@JakeScapes1]

I’m so lost lol

[@lukeo85]

😁👍

[@adampits3938]

almost lost me at Formula 1 NASCAR… lol

[@ianstrong7140]

Red fish blue fish one fish two fish

[@PeteHoleman]

When did Cory get his braces off?

[@AquariumDIY]

to get a big fish tank, not a small one

[@gebus5633]

One might need CO2 to keep the pH stable and suitable for the fish. The water parameters from the tap can be wildly different all over the world after all. CO2 isn't a thing just to grow plants after all.

[@thellama3239]

What does me mean if you have an ADA soil you have to start over after a year? Is that like Fluval stratum?

[@TupacShakur69]

Hey cory what is that plant in your goldfish aquarium?

[@DKLordByron]

Its look like a crinum calamistratum 😊 I have 2 in my fancy goldfish aquarium