SIMPLE PLANTED AQUARIUM SETUP | Step by step LOW TECH AQUASCAPING TUTORIAL | EP1

[@IMaqua]

Below are affiliate links of the equipment I use (shipping to ALL EU countries). If you buy anything by clicking on the below links I will receive small commision without additional cost to you. Please note I have not been given any free products in exchange for mentioning them. LED LIGHT 30cm: www.azaqua.nl/en/twinstar-light/twinstar-c-line-iii-300c?aff=19 45cm: www.azaqua.nl/en/lighting/chihiros-aii-series-aii451?aff=19 60cm: www.azaqua.nl/en/lighting/chihiros-aii-series-aii601?aff=19 90cm: www.azaqua.nl/en/lighting/chihiros-aii-series-aii901?aff=19 120cm: www.azaqua.nl/en/lighting/chihiros-aii-series-aii1201?aff=19 FILTER, SKIMMER AND PUMP Oase 75: www.azaqua.nl/en/filters/oase-biostyle-75?aff=19 Corner filter: www.azaqua.nl/en/filters/nano-hoekfilter?aff=19 Skimmer: www.azaqua.nl/en/filters/eheim-skim350?aff=19 Pump: www.azaqua.nl/en/aquarium-pump/oase-optimax-300?aff=19 Wavemaker: www.azaqua.nl/en/stream-pump/oasis-streammax-classic?aff=19 Stainless steel: www.azaqua.nl/en/inflow-outflow/stainless-steel-skimmer-set?aff=19 HEATER Nano: www.azaqua.nl/en/aquarium-heaters/dennerle-nano-thermometer-is-compact?aff=19 SOIL,GRAVEL AND SAND Soil: www.azaqua.nl/en/aqua-soil/aquarium-soil?aff=19 River gravel: www.azaqua.nl/en/cosmetic-sand/plantahunter-gravel-river?aff=19 Rio Xingu gravel: www.azaqua.nl/en/cosmetic-sand/plantahunter-gravel-rio-xingu?aff=19 Sand: www.azaqua.nl/en/cosmetic-sand/aquarium-decoration-sand-1-2mm?aff=19 STONES Round flat rock: www.azaqua.nl/en/stones-per-kg/round-flat-rock?aff=19 Black river boulder: www.azaqua.nl/en/stones-per-kg/black-sky-rock?aff=19 Black seiryu stone: www.azaqua.nl/en/stones-per-kg/dark-seiryu-stones?aff=19 Petrified wood stone: www.azaqua.nl/en/stones-per-kg/petrified-wood-fur?aff=19 Gray mountain stone: www.azaqua.nl/en/stones-per-kg/gray-mountain-stone?aff=19 WOOD Ancient root: www.azaqua.nl/en/aquarium-wood/ancient-root?aff=19 Corbo root: www.azaqua.nl/en/aquarium-wood/corbo-root-m-30-40cm?aff=19 Manzanita wood: www.azaqua.nl/en/aquarium-wood/manzanita-wood-m-40-50cm?aff=19 Spiderwood: www.azaqua.nl/en/aquarium-wood/spiderwood-s-21-30cm?aff=19 FERTILIZERS Micro+K: www.azaqua.nl/en/plant-fertilizer-and-additves/2hr-aquarist-apt-1?aff=19 FOOD Regural: www.azaqua.nl/en/fish-food-aquarium/dr-bassleer-biofish-food-regular?aff=19 Garlic: www.azaqua.nl/en/fish-food-aquarium/drbassleer-biofish-food-garlic?aff=19 MAINTENANCE Gravel vacuum: www.azaqua.nl/en/cleaning/dennerle-nano-soil-cleaner?aff=19 Aquascaping set: www.azaqua.nl/en/tweezers/nano-aquascaping-set?aff=19 Glass scraper: www.azaqua.nl/en/cleaning/window-cleaner?aff=19 VARIOUS Terra tape: www.azaqua.nl/en/necessities/dooa-terra-tape?aff=19 Moss cotton: www.azaqua.nl/en/necessities/moss-cotton-200m?aff=19 Superglue: www.azaqua.nl/en/necessities/superglue?aff=19 Pipette: www.azaqua.nl/en/plant-fertilizer-and-additves/pipette-1ml?aff=19

[@wantsome-zs5sq]

Very nice tank. Do you know any place I can order the gravel you used online?

[@IMaqua]

Affiliate links are in the above comment, delivery to all EU countries.

[@AquascapingPassion-zt8lt]

Wow, that aquascape is pure art! You make it look so effortless.

[@IMaqua]

@@AquascapingPassion-zt8lt thanks a lot. I am glad you liked it.

[@philcarlino6942]

Very relaxing video, love the natural style aquarium. The greens really pop in this tank, I'm sure your stocking will elevate it to the next level. Thanks as always for taking us along on the journey of your hobby. Take care.

[@IMaqua]

Thank you Phil for commenting on every video. Cheers.

[@anthonykontos7931]

@@IMaquaperfect setup what light did you use here? I would love to build this on a bigger scale . How long did you let the tank cycle before adding fish?

[@IMaqua]

I use Chihiros AII in most of my aquariums. Yes I let the aquarium cycle for 4 weeks before adding fish.

[@IndoorEcosystem]

I really like the rocky substrate you use in a lot of your builds. With pockets of aquasoil. Certainly a good way to save some money and get a nice looking environment.

[@IMaqua]

It looks natural plus you save some money. It's a win win.

[@beaka63]

Simple yet beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@IMaqua]

You are welcome.

[@petesie80]

Very relaxing, informative & inspirational, thanks!

[@IMaqua]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@dhaniruckgrat]

Apik iki, dolor. greeting from Indonesia.

[@IMaqua]

Greetings from Croatia.

[@jenpink4298]

This is already beautiful!

[@IMaqua]

Thanks.

[@charlessilva2489]

Where Can I find this gravel? I couldn't find anywhere. Love the vídeo

[@IMaqua]

The name of the gravel is Rio Xingu. You should search for nearest supplier. Cheers

[@_CSE_AmitKumarThakur]

Simple aquascapes look so natural ✨✨...keep it up brother 💯💯...hope you reach 10k subs soon😁

[@IMaqua]

Hopefully in the next few months. Thanks

[@klausmichaelson8411]

Simply but the best ❤

[@IMaqua]

Thanks.

[@choi_uz]

simple is best.

[@IMaqua]

Fully agree.

[@herobear]

Thank you! Nice Aquarium! nice Vibrations :)

[@IMaqua]

Thanks a lot.

[@nagendramurthy7054]

Simply amazing.

[@IMaqua]

Thanks for watching.

[@rahulsharma-wj1mc]

It feels so soothing to the eyes...i would love to build this type of tank..can you please suggest some plants which can be grown without need of co2? Thanks in advance

[@IMaqua]

All the plants I use in my aquariums can do well without CO2. Java Fern, bolbitits, Bucephalandra, Anubias...

[@rahulsharma-wj1mc]

Thankyou so much for your reply sir..i will try it soon

[@IMaqua]

@@rahulsharma-wj1mc you are welcome

[@rgilroy1909]

love it!!! question - why not put aquasoil on the wood (inplace where you put the java moss) and plant with even more smaller plants say parva, buce, UG, HG or the such---just a though. would love to hear back on your thought

[@IMaqua]

Well mostly it's just money. Usually I order plants that are that week on discount or use some of the plants I have in my extra holding tanks. But I like your idea, I did something similar in one of my future builds (but wood is out of the water).

[@samwell7640]

always look forward to your uploads! Do you ever have issues using Seiyru Stone affecting water parameters?

[@IMaqua]

Not that I noticed. I am doing weekly water changes plus my water is already hard, kh7 and gh9.

[@samwell7640]

@@IMaqua thanks for the reply!

[@IMaqua]

You are welcome.

[@cherellzandell]

Lovely, as always 🙂

[@IMaqua]

Thanks.

[@suleymanozpolat-lv6nl]

PERFECT

[@IMaqua]

Thanks.

[@ChazVR]

looks great

[@IMaqua]

Thanks Chaz.

[@lorenzospina3174]

Good job man 🙂.

[@IMaqua]

Thanks for watching Lorenzo.

[@bosa1005]

keep it up brother

[@IMaqua]

Will do.

[@aquasquare]

Simple and beautiful 😊.. Are u keeping the light at full brightness?

[@IMaqua]

Only at 15%.

[@aquasquare]

@@IMaqua ah oke bro😅

[@dominicbaduria8230]

Wow 😮

[@IMaqua]

👍

[@Krish_Dugga09]

Too Good

[@IMaqua]

Thanks for watching.

[@Krish_Dugga09]

@@IMaqua welcome sir ❤️ nd keep it up

[@IMaqua]

I will.

[@melhoresjogosdomundo777]

Perfect ❤

[@IMaqua]

Thanks for watching.

[@kobiko80]

I would love to receive a link or the name of a safeguard that is placed under the rocks

[@IMaqua]

I bought it on Amazon many years ago. Just type "egg crate aquarium".

[@thiransamarajeewa6753]

Hi what is the filter you use brand?

[@IMaqua]

The name of the filter is Aquael Versamax mini.

[@arjunshibu6932]

Does it need co2?

[@IMaqua]

I didn't use CO2 in this aquarium.

[@HeyItsJA]

Is that Rio Xingu gravel? That looks way better than I expected it to, and now I might have to consider using it in a future setup!

[@IMaqua]

Yes it is. If you will use it just a word of advice. Wash it...and then wash it again. It is very dirty.

[@HeyItsJA]

@@IMaqua Good to know, thank you!

[@IMaqua]

You are welcome.

[@glitchdatabase4033]

Is there anywhere I can buy that gravel in the US? I can’t find it anywhere

[@mkbsufyaan7634]

I have a question, can plants only grow in the aquarium soil or can them grow in the little rocks too?pls. i'm a biginer😂 by the way very nice looking setup👌

[@IMaqua]

There are plants that can grow on rocks (woood) or even floating. I would recommend you to research "epiphyte" plants.

[@mkbsufyaan7634]

@@IMaqua ok thank you

[@IMaqua]

You are welcome.

[@lotus8069]

super👏

[@IMaqua]

Thanks.

[@explorerking3613]

Which FERTILIZER use

[@IMaqua]

In this aquarium I didnt use. In case I use ferts I will add micro+K and the product name is the pinned comment.

[@ankurghosh2416]

I have another question though. How much weight is in the hardscape and rocks? And if I use a 15w light, will it be enough for 2 feet tank?

[@IMaqua]

The light I had on this aquarium is 21W and I used only 15% brightness. The weight of the rocks is probably around 4-5kg and 2-3 kg of gravel.

[@ankurghosh2416]

@@IMaqua Thank you for the information

[@IMaqua]

You are welcome.

[@glitchdatabase4033]

Is there anywhere I cans buy the gravel you’re using? Can’t find it anywhere

[@IMaqua]

The name of the gravel is Rio Xingu by Dennerle. I am from Europe and bought it here but I am not sure it is available in the US.

[@brinkxoxd]

How long will the plants last?

[@IMaqua]

What do you mean last? If you trim the tops and replant them they are immortal.

[@hundratoppo-fo5db]

Sir kon sa aquarium glass le

[@IMaqua]

Sorry but I don't understand.

[@9nahere]

bro if I put goldfish in there will they survive?

[@IMaqua]

Survive yes. Thrive no.

[@ankurghosh2416]

How much litres of aqua soil you used in this setup?

[@IMaqua]

I added soil only in the back so not much. If I had to estimate maybe 4-5L.

[@乙x001]

What is total price of this setup🫥🫡

[@IMaqua]

Well that depends where you are from. I don't remember the exact price of this one but it could be in the range of 300-500€.

[@westinmcentire]

what are you using to fill the tank? what equipment for that? cant find much info online

[@IMaqua]

I am using tap water.

[@westinmcentire]

thanks i meant like what is the tool you use to get the water back in slowly@@IMaqua

[@IMaqua]

I have a 70ltr container that I fill up with tap water. Inside of the container I have an aquarium pump that is plugged into a WiFi plug that I turn on/off with my mobile. When I turn it on the pump will push the water.

[@westinmcentire]

ok awesome thanks! i see a bunch of ppl filling slowly and didnt really know if there was something ppl bought or use used a standard pump. your method makes sense, appreciate it@@IMaqua

[@IMaqua]

You are welcome.

[@neetabelwalkar7391]

Send link to purchase mix gravel

[@IMaqua]

The name and link is in the pinned comment. Rio Xingu gravel.

[@charan9208]

Grow sharks in this❤

[@IMaqua]

🦈

[@mcliloldbigyoung]

May I ask why only 7 hours of light???

[@IMaqua]

I always start with 7. I found out that's enough for most of the low maintenance plants. If needed I will increase to 8. Only aquariums where I have a longer light duration are: Hillstream aquarium (10 hours) where I grow algae on purpose and Walstad aquarium (12 hours) where I have a lot of plant mass.

[@mohamadakhmal9977]

No need co2? Sorry im asking because imma newbie 😅

[@IMaqua]

For this one I didnt use CO2. If you want to CO2 use plants will be more lush, dense and grow faster. Without CO2 they will be more "leggy" and grow slower. It all depends on what you want.

[@mohamadakhmal9977]

What to do without co2?do you have another solution to build without co2?

[@IMaqua]

@@mohamadakhmal9977 All the aquariums I build on this channel are without CO2, so yes you have many solutions.

[@taped105]

Where I can purchase this gravel?

[@IMaqua]

The name is Dennerle Rio Xingu natural gravel.

[@taped105]

@@IMaqua grazie mille

[@IMaqua]

@@taped105 prego

[@khairiliman7554]

Can i keep fish in this ?

[@IMaqua]

Yes you can.

[@gabrielmtz9571]

Where i can find that kind of gravel?

[@IMaqua]

It is called Dennerle Rio Xingu.

[@gabrielmtz9571]

@@IMaqua thanks for the answer! Did you know where i can find it on USA?

[@IMaqua]

Sorry I can't help you with that. Here in Europe you can find it easily. I am not aware where you can find it in the US.

[@diegodematteis3378]

Can I know the name of the gravel thanks

[@IMaqua]

Gravel name is Rio Xingu by Dennerle.

[@samsar785]

Your tank looks good but may not be suitable for bottom feeders like corydoras.

[@IMaqua]

That is correct but I also never added Corydoras to this aquarium. In aquariums I keep Corydoras I usually have sand or fine gravel. Corydoras breeding aquariums are usually kept bare bottom.

[@Udhay_x7]

Bro aquarium light link plss

[@IMaqua]

Aquarium was bought at Green Aqua, Hungary. It is a custom made aquarium.

[@Udhay_x7]

@@IMaqua where did u buy ur led light bro ?

[@IMaqua]

Green Aqua

[@gold-ghost-rider]

What kind of fish do you plan to keep in that perfect tank?

[@IMaqua]

Something super active and small.

[@ajinb4740]

How the plants grow wothout CO2!? And how fishes survive without adding any bacteria content!? That makes me wonder!?

[@IMaqua]

I think you are talking about beneficial bacteria. They are in the soil, plants, filter and all the aquarium surfaces. Yes plants can grow without CO2 but aquariums with CO2 have plants that are better looking and more lush.

[@jrosales610]

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