Aquarium Plants Simplified - Everything You Need To Know For A Thriving Low-Tech Planted Tank!

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Aquarium Plants Simplified - Everything You Need To Know To Grow A Thriving Low-Tech Planted Tank!

In this video, I break down some of the best aquarium plants for beginners and explain how to choose the right aquatic plants for your setup. Whether you're running a low-tech planted tank or setting up your very first fish tank, this guide covers everything you need to know about getting started with live plants in a planted aquarium.

We begin by exploring the main types of aquatic plants, including rhizome plants like Anubias and Java Fern, stem plants such as Rotala and Ludwigia, stolon plants like Vallisneria and Dwarf Sagittaria, and floating plants including Frogbit and Duckweed. I also cover rosette plants like Cryptocoryne, bulb plants such as Tiger Lotus, and mosses, all of which offer unique benefits depending on your tank's layout and goals.

Choosing the right aquarium plant isn’t just about looks—it’s also about ease of care. I highlight how to use free tools like the Tropica and Dennerle databases to find beginner-friendly species that suit your water parameters, lighting, and experience level. I also explain the importance of understanding genus, species, and plant variety so you don’t accidentally end up with a high-maintenance plant in your low-tech tank.

We also look at key components that support healthy plant growth, such as lighting, substrates, fertilization, and even water flow. I discuss affordable lighting options like the Seaoura SR616 and Hygger 076, compare different substrates including capped dirt, inert sand, and aquasoils like Fluval Stratum, and talk about when fertilizing is necessary—or when natural methods might be enough.

If you're new to planted aquariums, this is a great place to start. You’ll come away with a solid understanding of what plants work well in low-tech setups and how to keep them thriving.

Thanks for watching, and good luck with your planted tanks!

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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Intro
00:04 - Types Of Aquatic Plants
05:03 - How To Find Easy Aquarium Plants
07:11 - Aquatic Plant Growing Equipment
07:50 - Aquarium Lighting
09:50 - Photoperiod
11:03 - Substrate
12:55 - Aquaoil
16:30 - Inert Substrate
18:20 - Fertilization
20:50 - Natural Fertilization
22:16 - Liquid Fertilizer
24:53 - Substrate Fertilization
27:38 - Root Tabs
28:43 - Heating
30:45 - CO2
33:40 - Water Flow
36:40 - Red Plants