Gifts For Live Plant Lovers

These plant weight anchors are perfect for aquariums or pond.  Keeps live plants in place, even when fish try to rearrange the tank, which they love to do.  

Natural Aquarium Vital is a time-released CO2 producer, that differs from standard CO2 injectors.  It is a liquid supplement that is added to the water.  Elimiates the need for CO2 cylinders, controllers, or monitoring devices. A 16 ounce dose maintans a 50 gallon tank for up to 3 months. 

Live plants require lighting beyond that in most standard aquarium lights.  Nutri Grow is a full-spectrum light that is perfect for enhancing plant growth. It provides the appropriate wavelengths to promote photosynthesis and plant growth. Defionately a must for avid plant lovers. Be sure to find out what size and type of light fixture your friend has before purchasing a light bulb. 

A simple CO2 system that can provide an almost constant supply of CO2 for approximately one month. The pump can placed at the bottom of most tanks, to allow for maximal CO2 diffusion. To prevent dangerously low pH levels, the pump can be switched off at night or connected to a timer.

Plants require excellent water conditions.  The best way to accomplish that is to start with filtered water.  Aquarium Pharmaceuticals Tap Water Filter is an inexpensive unit that fits on any standard tap.  You'll instantly have good filtered water for your planted aquarium, as well as good drinking water. 

Even experts will enjoy this well written book that covers all the bases for choosing and keeping healthy live plants. Covers plant species, lighting needs, substrates and supplements.  Makes a great gift, or a good addition to your own library.