Aquascaping is where fishkeeping becomes an art. My 20-gallon long planted tank is my pride and joy, but it took a lot of trial and error to get the lighting and fertilizer balance right. These guides cover everything from choosing the easiest beginner plants to picking the best lights for high-growth setups. Learn how to grow a lush underwater garden without the headache of constant algae battles.
An Easy Beginner Guide + My Weekly Routine As a beginner setting up a simple aquarium, some things can be a little tricky, especially when you decide to add live plants. When I first started my low-tech tank back in late 2010, my Java Ferns looked great for a couple of weeks, but then the … Read more
Adding plants to your aquarium is one of the best upgrades you can make—they oxygenate the water, absorb nitrates to prevent algae, provide hiding spots for fish, and make your tank look stunning. But as a beginner, the last thing you want is high-maintenance plants that melt or require CO2 injection. The good news? There … Read more
Top LED Options for Thriving Plant Growth I’ll never forget the first time I tried to grow ‘easy’ plants like Amazon Swords and Ludwigia under a stock aquarium hood. Within three weeks, my lush green plants looked like a soggy, transparent salad. I thought I was doing everything right—I was dosing fertilizer and checking the … Read more
Welcome to FishTankFAQ.com, I love to share beginner-friendly tips to make fishkeeping a breeze. One of the important lessons I learned was figuring out how much aquarium gravel I needed. This can feel a little tricky. My first time I overbought for my first 10-gallon tank and ended up with a messy pile! Gravel adds … Read more
