UNBOXING unusual aquarium plants & scaping an aquarium for them! (aquascape tutorial)

[@gigi3242]

I can't believe you put pothos on the sorting hat. I love how most of the older/established fishtubers are all burned out, changing their fish rooms into galleries, concentrating on aquascaping... and you just motor along, doing whatever: hoovering the mess you made, untying the cord, running up and down the stairs because you forgot something. You are wonderfully real, thank you for not being all smooth and polished... and premeditated. Gonna love the updates on this tank, beautiful plants. Take care, be well

[@helloaldrian]

May I know those fishtuber who now concentrating on aquascaping? 🙏🏼 Thank you~

[@gigi3242]

@@helloaldrian Ryo Wantanabe is moving more in that direction, KGtropicals has had more aquascaping content, Prime Time Aquatics is remaking their fishroom and focusing more on aquascaping with Small Scapes, Tazawa Tanks seems to also be moving in that direction.

[@BarityOne]

I'm with you. I like the real content instead of drama and showmanship.

[@helloaldrian]

@@gigi3242 oh Ryo is more of an aquascaper since way back. He usually join IAPLC every year also. The others I don't know 😆

[@dickiedavis5240]

First MD, now FSM. What. A. Saturday.

[@FishShopMatt]

Hahahaha What a day to be alive! ❤️❤️❤️

[@lakeshiamills1454]

I know right? So exciting!

[@space_ghost_z941]

Right?! Lmao❤

[@Shakodancer16]

Anyone just get so happy when you see MD and FSM post longer videos because I do!!!

[@j.e.k.6014]

Low light will often cause the loss of variegation. From my understanding...., variegated areas have less chlorophyll so the existing green areas will do all the photosynthesis. The plant will sacrifice variegation for more green to survive in low light.

[@shonhatley541]

I've been following you since day 1, and i couldn't have said it any better than gigi3242. You, Matt, are a breath of fresh air in this hobby. Please the videos coming and I'm for sure looking forward to an update on this tank. Maybe add some shrimp when the tank matures a little. Would love to see shrimp in there as well. Love ya...

[@v-man372]

Epic video Matt. The dangers of working in a fish shop and being the 1st to see those beautiful plants. I wouldn’t have been able to resist either. 👍🏻

[@stoneysscapes7544]

The plants ? What about everything else that is shiny, new and has pre-filters too !!!! kicking around . . I would end up with a negative paycheck on more than a few weeks but it would be a great benefit and we can assume that the plants are heavily marked down , if not just a complete write off ? MAIDENHEAD AQUATICS is exactly where I would be spending the quid ? Shilling ? Pence ? Thank God for Bank cards , gift cards & my Credit cards .

[@maureenk-farmhousecharms903]

You said it spot on Matt! It’s a hobby! If You enjoy creating it and are enjoying the tank, that is all that matters!! Lovely setup! Love those white Anubias!! Looking forward to seeing how this nano tank progresses and trio of fish is perfect. Gives you something else to look at in the tank; how they & the plants thrive! Great video! 👍🏻 Can’t wait to see a revisit progress video in a month or two on this one!!

[@DaffCookie]

Love that scape and those white plants are a nice brake from all the green.

[@dr007md]

HA! Done! I just want to honestly say what i love most is your being real and not at all "edited." You show us how we are and so we relate to you more. Sometimes, videos which are super perfect remain dreams. You, on the other hand, lead us and guide us and show us how to actually do stuff. It's all trial and error and you show us it's okay to make mistakes. Thank you, Sir!!!

[@littleigloo5931]

Great post and great advice. It's not about competing, it's about enjoying the journey and learning as you grow. It's about becoming you.

[@martintyrrell5091]

Amazing little tank. Simple yet beautiful. I am planning the 460 mile round trip to come to your shop so hopefully I will get the chance to meet you and MD. Keep up the good work Matt ❤

[@cathyhendrix7552]

Well first I see this huge piece of wood and I think 🤔 that's not going to work, but then it does work. It looks GOOD. And then that huge ass stone, and I think 🤔 that's not going to work, but then it does work, and looks GOOD. And then the tray of plants...... I KNEW they would work, and not only do they work, they look PHENOMENAL. What an amazing tank. And i just love that you still keep Endlers. Not many do anymore. Great job, Matt. Great unboxing and video. Keep 'em coming.

[@csharpe5787]

I really wish more maiden head aquatics were like your shop.

[@FishShopMatt]

That's really kind of you! ❤️❤️❤️

[@lizzyanthus1]

And I really wish I had Matt's Maiden Head Aquatics shop near me! I wish we had any fish shops near us! LOL None for nearly 100 miles of us here in northern NY.

[@Adam-eh1qd]

Me too, my local one is shocking. Dead fish, plants are old stock seen better days. Tanks empty.

[@DaffCookie]

Cadbury carden center 1 has an indoor koi pond! Went for a day out at bird of prey place next door and popped in. My daughter said *there as big as your arm mum* 😂 Got my plants for my rescaped nano tank :) But not as friendly as 1 I got to :( Bristol store is my local but too hard to get to, so we go to Thornbury one. Got my Hillstream loach Larry from there over a year ago.

[@Aftek]

I thought 50min would be long... but i'm sad it's over and massively enjoyed it ! really awesome tank there.

[@FishShopMatt]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@awollsd]

man this tank looks amazing! the layout you set up allowing all the plants to have their space yet still compliment all the others. just looks sooo good.

[@cherylmartin9994]

Just back from a favourite plant nursery (only place open today as it's a national holiday here in Quebec) and I come home to this lovely surprise😃MD and Matt both in one day. 🥳 oh and commentary at the beginning by Cheryl 🤣 Love the plants and the scape!

[@FishShopMatt]

What a day!!! Glad you liked it!

[@Evil_Genius_888]

“Don’t worry about it too much.” Yup! Great advice. I love the creative process of aquascaping and when it’s not quite exactly what I want I can think about it for a month or six and redo it. I have scapes from a super simple betta tank to a crazy complicated 4 foot river scape.

[@marymendez4178]

I love the way it all turned out, this scape is unique. The plants are all green color but different green types. The endler is beautiful with his twin bar. Sometimes we see endlers with just one bar but it takes away the beauty of the fish.

[@SuperJaybles]

Thank you for including a plant list, and for the inspiration for my own tanks.

[@elc2468]

Scape turned out great! Love the wood, the shape of it reminds me of the loch Ness monster. 🦕

[@nathsacre337]

So simple yet a really great looking scape. Those plants are stunning look forward to an update on how they are doing. Would love to try those plants in a scape of my own, another trip to your shop is needed 👌

[@debstewart4558]

I love that wood. It looked like the sorting hat. I hope it goes back into the tank.

[@rettag2020]

Beautiful little tank, Matt 😍

[@FishShopMatt]

Thanks! 😀

[@treysimmons2179]

Nice tank Matt! Love how genuine you are. No pretense. I think everybody here wants to be your friend. Cheers!

[@ShmalMart]

I love videos like this, it's like I'm there with you, and we're just chatting. 😅

[@leigh8130]

I hope the plants flourish for you Matt! I love that white Anubius. Absolutely gorgeous!

[@Dubravkuh]

I really liked your closing statement. It’s a hobby and you should just have fun doing it!

[@juli8vdberg562]

I have 3 of the Anubias gold and I admit they are stunningly full and brightish goldy green leaves that instantly turn a tank into a beautiful dimension… the white pinto is my great love too, they though turn much greener as they grow better and bigger

[@pagewhite61]

It turned out great! Wonderful plants. I love how you got that big rock behind the wood like that. The Golden Pothos was a great touch. Thanks for the video.

[@miniscenesgb]

Heck Matt you're funny "Sorry, that's my face" "So dangerous they put them in a cage"... my faves on this one. I need those white Anubias....... I'm off to Shirley Aquatics on Thursday lol. Beautiful little 'scape

[@willrichardson1809]

Beautiful tank Matt. I really wish I lived closer to your Maidenhead Aquatics, as after 30 years out of the hobby (even ran a shop in my youth) I am about to delve back in, thanks to you and MD. I really hope to pay a visit to your shop at some stage this year, new car ariving in 6 weeks, I may christen it with that drive.

[@csharpe5787]

Great idea!

[@FishShopMatt]

That's fantastic to hear! Exciting times ahead as there are so many more readily available species now!

[@markfranklin8831]

Very nice and interesting plants scape looks great 💗💯✌️👍

[@pamlacey136]

I really like this tank! You placed the plants where they are still recognizable and show up on their own. I love the Endlers; they are so beautiful. I hope this tank does well, and it will be fun to see if you get some babies from the fish. Thanks so much for sharing this tank with all of us.

[@Psionicbomb]

Ty for making long videos! I know it is more work and I’m in the minority, but being able to get more info from the video is very helpful!!

[@danielearl9788]

A great little tank Matt. As you said, if you love it that's all that matters and it doesn't have to be a complicated scape to look good!! Can't wait to see updates

[@jackiec9062]

Really interesting video. Some amazing plants Luv from the UK 🇬🇧

[@sharleanebailey2795]

Mr. Matt, I love this! I love how simple you make it seem. I will try to rescape keeping it simple with what I have. Thank you! Beautiful scape!

[@GreenGaiety]

Love the use of variegated plants. The pothos addition- that will attach to the wood. Primo finishing touch.

[@FishShopMatt]

Thank you! ❤️

[@yuliya212]

your personality is so kind and calm, I love watching your videos, thank you!

[@martiie4792]

I love the white anubias. I had it briefly, snails love it! Beware.

[@rhondafitzpatrick1646]

love the Harry Potter theme in the spare bedroom! oh, and the aquascape is beautiful...😊

[@rebeccaampuero2347]

Lovely!! I notice that from some angles your big rock looks like a sloth. Fitting, perhaps, for a slow growing tank.

[@NiaVazz]

That is such a beautiful tank 🌿🌱🪴🍃🍂 i love it

[@FishShopMatt]

Thank you so much!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@aqualifeculture]

LOL the opening line 😆

[@kbye5323]

Just wanted to say thank you for your channel and what you do. I am attempting to get into aquascaping because of you and MD. Love seeing the scapes and the info you provide. Thank you again and keep up the amazing work!

[@sbrnakiss]

No one goes full substrate! Cue Benny Hill theme song… 18:56 😂😂 ❤

[@Fishdynasty1]

The addition of the Montecarlo really made the tank pop great video!

[@littlenikki9539]

A wet stool in a fish shop, well I never 😅 Matt you and your colleagues/friends are ACE!

[@misskimbenner]

Thanks for yet another lovely video. Best of luck with those new plants!

[@mercedesortiz-f7e]

Hi Matt this is my first time watching your channel. I loved it. You are so real. Keep on scraping 🫶🏽

[@richiep430]

Love your channel Matt-really informative and entertaining!😊

[@FishShopMatt]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@AHGAQUATICS]

Sunday morning fsm with a coffee brilliant love some of those plants 🌱 looking forward to updates on there colouration 👏👏👏👏👏

[@WillsAquarist]

Loved this one Matt those scaper tanks are surprisingly versatile - I’ve been considering them for a bit and think you’ve tipped me over the edge got space for a pair too!

[@jonnylumberjack6223]

Ha! Got to say buddy, I was shouting at you when you were putting the stones in, I was not feeling it, at all! But I really do like the finished tank - the addition of the carpeting plant was the right one, pulled everything together for me. Can't wait to see its progression, I wish you all the luck with the plants. They can be heartbreakers, no doubt! I'm really good at houseplants but struggle with plants in my vivarium. My aquarium plants are a mix of real wins and horrible failures. I hate to think how much money I've spent on now dead plants, hopefully you have more success than I do! Big love from Scotland :)

[@marykalter13]

Truly love your videos! I'm someone who doesn't necessarily have all the knowledge about the fish and plants but loves them and tank scapes in general. Your videos have provided so much knowledge, and I trust your expertise to the nth degree. There is no limit to the videos I will watch of yours, especially experimental in nature, because I know you're there to represent the results and keep us in the loop

[@PatBlack-y8o]

Really love this little beauty! Now I'm thinking about getting a few of these! Thanks!

[@catherinesaulnier5448]

Very cute tank...love learning about new plants❤😊

[@lpoolck17]

Fantastic plants. I'm now wanting to add that little white one to my tank!

[@Rob5KLFC]

Awesome video Matt, Love your passion and dedication for fish and aquarium life, Im going on the 1st or the 2nd of July to buy aquascaping tools👍.

[@lilDevoh]

Yes! Love the channel

[@FishShopMatt]

Thank you!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@cherylbeswick7327]

I love this matt! Very beginner friendly 👏

[@krawlspace]

Double shot of FSM today! Outstanding!

[@FishShopMatt]

What more could you want! 😂

[@lakeshiamills1454]

I have a 14 gallon cube in my closet gathering dust....might be time ti set it up....hmm im thinking as many anybias as possible, pure white line shrimp, and maybe sime jade green shrimp so many ideas rhanks Matt 😅

[@FishShopMatt]

That sounds like an amazing idea!!!

[@carolebraswell982]

This was a delightful video! The tank turned out amazing! Now I am itching to make my own rare plant cube!!!

[@treys.8597]

Always. More. Tanks.

[@garysmeltzer1933]

Good one Matt

[@MyNanoFish]

Wasn’t sure about that huge bolder. I thought it would of been more suitable as Fred Flintstones coffee table than decor in that little scape but it actually really works. Looks great. I’m looking forward to progress updates as the plants grow in. 🌱🌱

[@ShortStoryRelaxation]

Gorgeous, kind of looks like a sci-fi tropical forest to me 💚

[@jankennard2838]

Looks great. Hope I can find a couple of those.

[@Shakodancer16]

The Anubis pinto in American easily goes for $30 for one of the small pots. They are just stunning

[@carollyn8885]

Cool anubius plants!

[@matthartshorn9483]

You best get down Budleigh and re stock on pebbles 🤣🤣🤣 we're all doing the Amazon pebble scapes now. Good stuff Matt. 👍

[@stevecooper6653]

Lol 😂 just finished watching Mark and you pop up cool better get myself a cool 😎 drink and watch 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻Steve tivvy

[@FishShopMatt]

😂 thanks Steve, it's too hot to be doing anything anyway.

[@GeniusDetectiveL]

So cool Matt! I've never seen any of these varieties before and I'm super jealous.

[@tinchytarantula]

Great selection of unusual plants Matt some I've never seen before 👍

[@FishShopMatt]

Thank you!

[@Nichole_86]

Amazing!

[@FishShopMatt]

Thanks!

[@1markymark1]

Thanks for sharing your great scape Matt

[@brycemacdougall6162]

This is an amazing scape Matt! Very similar to what I’d like to do in the future thanks for the inspiration!

[@MrSlmarvin]

Thanks Matt good show

[@IStarkI]

The big wood looks kinda like the Sorting Hat from Harry Potter! Perfect fit into the theme of the room!

[@user-fa4jcdep1dc2]

Great video mate

[@FishShopMatt]

Thanks 👍

[@lyndaspangler9654]

Your big piece of wood looks similar to The Sorting Hat. Awesome video,plants,and awesome you! ✌🏼🙏🏼🖖🏼💕👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🇺🇲

[@mshayden091]

Looks amazing matt😊

[@myxgerms]

Matt perhaps you should add some soft lights to your camera rig, it would greatly improve the production of your videos without you needing to do any after editing. I’ve been thinking about how much i’d enjoy your videos if it was just a little more brighter. Cheers mate 👍

[@Weldinggoggles]

When it's hot in England and Matt is delirious and says the word "substrate" 500 times in one video 😅😅😅

[@carolebraswell982]

Fascinating plants!!! 🤩

[@andreacasoli3371]

Simple yet beautiful scape, congrats man! I am a big fan of black backgrounds and if I could give an advice I think that one of them could increase the colours of the plants (could also enlight the variegation)

[@MRFIREMOUTH]

Your awesome Matt. Keep it coming bro

[@LadyFen]

Your videos are great, thank you I really enjoy watching 😊

[@littlenikki9539]

Matt how could you, spilling valuable aqua soil... tut tut! 😂😂😂

[@jc49fishniner4lif7]

Awesome longer video I enjoyed a lot 🫵👍💯

[@MandyJane123700]

So cool, I love the different varieties of anubias you have. Mine are all blooming right now, despite being covered in algae that I can't seem to get rid of.

[@FishShopMatt]

Anubias and algae go hand in hand unfortunately.

[@johnnydubbsaquascaping]

Very nice mate, not sure we can get some of those plants in Australia but I like the scape :)

[@suewestby824]

You’ve made me want to try some of the variegated anubias! 😊

[@Leib33]

Congratulations on 30k subs! You should put contact info about your store on all your vids for the sake of all those future customers wishing to come shop at your store providing Maidenhead Aquatics permits. Also, btw Maidenhead also has a KZbin channel of 710 videos and they STILL haven't broken 30k subs. Nice scape you did here too!

[@deanoliv2880]

Great video

[@stevecooper6653]

Oh ya congratulations Matt 30,000 subs 👌🏻👌🏻

[@kevinlock3179]

maaaaaate, that looks soooo good. keep us posted on the melt v growth development. great tank

[@FishShopMatt]

I will do, I'm going with 90% melt hahahaha

[@kevinlock3179]

@@FishShopMatt the realism of week 3 fish keeping 😁😁

[@musicwinder_yt]

Nice setup 😊

[@rolandtraynor]

great video ,,, thank you ,, your doing it just right .