Tip# 5
Plants are the only living elements in the aquarium decor. (We will not consider corals for the moment since a reef environment is very complex.)
When it comes to choosing your plants, you must have already thought about the color combination you want, for example by contrasting dark green or red plants with plants with pale green leaves of different shapes. You can put a reddish giant Vallisneria in the background, a plant cover composed of a robust cryptocoryne nevelli green in the foreground, in addition to a composition of driftwood in the middle. The giant Vallisneria (Vallisneria gigantea) grows to the surface and provides the diffused lighting that Cryptocorynes need.
Use this information as an example to prepare for the height of the plants and to help you choose the best place to install them. Information on the plants, the size they will reach and their lighting needs are available in large quantities. So be sure to include this information in your choice.
Tip # 6
Imagine and feel free to watch images and videos of natural biotopes.
You will see that in nature, structures, including trees and branches, often fall into the water and dot the surface. I have often seen many dead trees across rivers in Colombia. The fact is that you can include natural elements in your aquarium decorations to create a unique environment that is perfect for fish. In addition, much freshwater fish are more comfortable when the surface is covered, and those that tend to jump will not do as much. The aquariums without cover benefit enormously.
Tip# 7
If you are wondering where to find rocks and pieces of wood, do not risk and visit your local pet store to buy natural ornaments. Not only are the ornaments sold safely because they are not exposed to any contaminants, but you will also know if they have an impact on the hardness and pH of the water, such as gravel and rocks. That's it, you're ready. Keep these tips in mind when thinking about the type of environment you want, and take your time to do everything right. Patience is the key. Set up your aquarium and turn it on a week or two before adding the fish.
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