‘Krabi’, by celebrated UK aquascaper James Findley – read on for more information about how to create a beautiful carpet effect, or view more images of this Nature Aquarium in our Aquatics Gallery. Introduction Carpeting plants are extremely important in aquascaping, they provide us with the lush green pastures, tree-lined hillsides and mossy outcrops which feature in many aquascapers’ visions of a perfect Eden. The availability of these plants can make an underwater garden a…
Rivers transport materials including rocks and stones in the direction of flow. Due to size and shape variations there is a natural spreading effect as materials are deposited in the riverbed. Therefore by replicating this in an aquarium a highly natural looking result can be achieved. An effective use of this technique can be seen in our Altum Angel Display tank. The photos show the gravel when it is wet, as it appears when submerged…
The above image shows the aquascape approximately three and a half months after planting- a testament to the excellent quality of ADA products. ADA contacted The Green Machine, a specialist planted tank and aquascaping retailer based in Wrexham and offered the shop UK distribution rights of ADA products. The owners, Jim and Mark, were understandably flattered by the invite; a reflection of the shop’s enthusiasm and dedication towards the aquatic plant and aquascaping hobby…
The blank canvas is ready for work to begin. The size of the tank is 10x2x2 foot. The lighting is 4 x 150W Metal Halide with 4 T5 fluorescents as auxiliary lighting, housed in 2 Arcadia units and mounted on acrylic pillars which are fixed to the strapping of the tank. 9 x 5 Litre bags of Tropica substrate are added. This is an excellent substrate and is well suited when it is to be…