Best AQUARIUM SUBSTRATE FERTILIZERS
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Flourite Red, 7 kg / 15.4 lbs
Seachem Store
4.5 ✓
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Seachem Flourish Tabs Growth Supplement - Aquatic Plant Stimulant 10 ct
Seachem Store
4.6 ✓
3
Seachem Equilibrium 300gram
Seachem Store
4.7 ✓
4
Carib Sea ACS00223 African Ivory Coast Sand for Aquarium, 20-Pound
Brand: Carib Sea
4.6 ✓
5
Stoney River Black Aquatic Sand Freshwater and Marine Aquariums, 5-Pound Bag
Brand: Stoney River
4.3 ✓
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Flourite, 7 kg / 15.4 lbs
Seachem Store
4.4 ✓
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CaribSea Eco-Complete 20-Pound Planted Aquarium, Black
Brand: Carib Sea
4.6 ✓
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Carib Sea Eco-Complete African Cichlid Substrate, 20-Pound, Live Sand for Aquarium
Brand: Carib Sea
4.4 ✓
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Seachem Cichlid Trace Elements 500ml
Seachem Store
4.7 ✓
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Flourite Black Sand, 15.4 Pound (Pack of 1)
Seachem Store
4.5 ✓
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The best AQUARIUM SUBSTRATE FERTILIZERS in 2024 - Detailed Product Descriptions
1. Flourite Red, 7 kg / 15.4 lbs
More PhotoThe premium substrate for the Planted Aquarium
Specially fracted, stable Porous clay gravel for the natural Planted Aquarium
Its appearance is best suited to Planted aquaria, but may be used in any Aquarium environment
The Package Weight Of The Product Is 15.43 Pounds
2. Seachem Flourish Tabs Growth Supplement - Aquatic Plant Stimulant 10 ct
GROWTH TREATMENT: Seachem Flourish Tabs are growth stimulating tablets for plant roots which contain essential trace elements, amino acids, and vitamins.
VITAMINS: Seachem Flourish Tabs are rich in iron, manganese, magnesium, calcium, potassium, inositol, choline B12, biotin, and other factors that have been determined to be beneficial to aquatic plant roots.
NUTRIENTS: When inserted into the gravel, Seachem Flourish Tabs provide direct, time-released fertilization to the plants’ root zone. Nutrients are slowly made available through enzymatic action of the plants’ roots on the tabs.
TANK USE: Insert one Flourish Tab in the gravel for every 10–15 cm (4–6 in.) radius. A standard 10 gallon aquarium requires 6 tabs. Distribute the tablets evenly throughout the gravel bed, pushing each tablet midway into the gravel bed.
COMPLETE MAINTENANCE: For optimal plant growth, add new Flourish Tabs to the aquarium once every three to four. Seachem Flourish Tabs will not alter pH, however, in very soft or unbuffered water, they have slightly acidic properties similar to peat moss.
3. Seachem Equilibrium 300gram
MINERALS: Equilibrium is specifically designed to establish the optimal mineral content for the planted aquarium. When this mixture is added to the aquarium it will impart a slight haze that should clear within 15–30 minutes.
EQUILIBRIUM: Does not contain sodium or chloride (which can be detrimental to a planted aquarium at elevated levels).
SUITED FOR: Equilibrium is preferably suited for use with RO (reverse osmosis) and DI (deionized) water or any mineral deficient water.
BALANCE: Equilibrium raises the essential mineral/electrolyte content (General Hardness) of the water to balance with and promote stability of the carbonate hardness.
DIRECTIONS: To raise mineral content/general hardness (GH) by 1 meq/L (3 dH), add 16 g (1 tablespoon) for every 80 L (20 US gallons) when setting up an aquarium or when making water changes (add to new water). It is normal for this product not to dissolve right away and it will not harm the tank. It will dissolve over the course of about 12 hours.
4. Carib Sea ACS00223 African Ivory Coast Sand for Aquarium, 20-Pound
CaribSea African Cichlid substrates can help recreate a variety of environments
Rift Lake Authentic is a typical Mauna setup while Sahara Sand
African Cichlid Mixes also resist the downward drift of pH in long established or crowded systems
5. Stoney River Black Aquatic Sand Freshwater and Marine Aquariums, 5-Pound Bag
Will not affect PH
Safe for use in freshwater aquariums
Non-Toxic coating
Package Dimensions: 27.177 L x 5.08H x17.78Wcentimeters
6. Flourite, 7 kg / 15.4 lbs
Rinse right in the bag
All natural Porous clay
For Planted Aquarium
No laterite needed
7. CaribSea Eco-Complete 20-Pound Planted Aquarium, Black
Complete substrate for freshwater planted aquariums
Contains major and minor trace elements to nourish aquarium plants
Substrate encourages healthy plant root growth
8. Carib Sea Eco-Complete African Cichlid Substrate, 20-Pound, Live Sand for Aquarium
Product quality and customer service have been our highest priority
Manufactured by Caribbean
Made in United States
9. Seachem Cichlid Trace Elements 500ml
Cichlid specific
Safe and easy to use
Restores necessary trace elements
Age range description: all
10. Flourite Black Sand, 15.4 Pound (Pack of 1)
A specially fracted stable porous clay gravel
Best suited to planted aquaria, but may be used in any freshwater aquarium environment
Most effective when used alone as an integral substrate bed, but it may be mixed with other gravels
Not chemically coated or treated and will not alter the pH of the water
Good for the life of the aquarium and need not be replaced
11. Seachem Flourite Black Clay Gravel - Stable Porous Natural Planted Aquarium Substrate 15.4 lbs
GRAVEL: Seachem Flourite Black is a specially fracted stable porous clay gravel for the natural planted aquarium. Its appearance is best suited to planted aquaria, but may be used in any freshwater aquarium environment.
AQUARIUM BED: Gravel modifiers such as laterite are not necessary when using Seachem Flourite Black as this product is most effective when used alone as an integral substrate bed, but it may be mixed with other gravels.
SET-UP: When adding water to the aquarium, fill slowly to avoid disturbing Flourite Black substrate bed. Place a bowl in the aquarium and add water directly to the bowl, allowing water to overflow softly on to the gravel bed. Initial cloudiness is normal, but to remove this simply use mechanical filtration
COMPATIBLE: Flourite Black substrates will work fine with an under gravel filter and will not soften or decompose to an unsuitable state within your tank.Flourite substrates will work fine with an UGF
SAFETY: Seachem Flourite Black is not chemically coated or treated, thus does not alter the pH of the water. Flourite Black is beneficial for the life of the aquarium and need not be replaced.
12. Stoney River Natural Aquatic Sand Freshwater and Marine Aquariums, 5-Pound Bag
Will not affect PH
Safe for use in freshwater aquariums
Non-Toxic coating
13. Stoney River White Aquatic Sand Freshwater and Marine Aquariums, 5-Pound Bag
Will not affect PH
Safe for use in freshwater aquariums
Non-Toxic coating
14. Spectrastone Shallow Creek Regular for Freshwater Aquariums, 5-Pound Bag
By Estes Store
Will not affect PH
Safe for use in freshwater aquariums
Non-Toxic coating
15. Stoney River Blue Aquatic Sand Freshwater and Marine Aquariums, 5-Pound Bag
Will not affect PH
Safe for use in freshwater aquariums
Non-Toxic coating
16. Activ Betta Aquarium Sand, 1-Pound, Black Gravel
Silica & Phosphate free
Contains essential strontium, potassium and magnesium
Natural odor neutralizer
Creates an all natural environment
17. U.P. Aqua Shrimp Sand
Small uniform grain sizes
Contains trace minerals vital for shrimps
Easy to maintain, great for breeding
The Package Weight Of The Product Is 4.4 Pounds
18. Seachem Flourish Excel Bioavailable Carbon - Organic Carbon Source for Aquatic Plants 500 ml
CARBON PRODUCTION: All plants require a source of carbon, and Flourish Excel is a great and convenient source of bioavailable organic carbon.
IRON PRODUCTION: Flourish Excel also possesses iron reducing properties, thus promoting the ferrous state of iron (Fe+2), which is more easily utilized by plants than ferric iron (Fe+3).
PHOTOSYNTHESIS: Plants must produce longer chain carbon compounds (photosynthetic intermediates). By dosing with Flourish Excel you bypass the involvement of chain carbon compounds, and introduce the already finished, structurally similar compounds.
TREATMENT: On initial use or after a major (> 40%) water change, use 1 capful of Flourish Excel (5 mL) for every 40 L (10 US gallons). Thereafter, use 1 capful for every 200 L (50 US gallons) daily or every other day. For smaller dosing please note that each cap thread is approximately 1 mL.
SAFETY: Flourish Excel is completely safe for fish, however if you have Anacharis in an aquarium in which you are dosing Flourish Excel, then it is recommended to use it every other day rather than daily.
19. CaribSea Arag-Alive Natural Reef Aquarium Gravel, 16 lbs., Tan
Contains specially selected marine bacteria to suppress "New Tank Syndrome"
Never needs replacement
Aids in the growth of corals
Buffers for the life of the aquarium
Helps maintain a proper pH of 8.2 without constant chemical additions
20. Seachem Gray Coast Calcite Substrate, 7.7 lb
Performance driven at affordable prices
Made in the USA with quality materials
Field tested to ensure nothing but the best for your pet
21. Seachem Pearl Beach Aragonite Gravel, 7.7 lb
Performance driven at affordable prices
Made in the USA with quality materials
Field tested to ensure nothing but the best for your pet
22. Seachem Flourite Black Dark Gravel, 7.7 lb
Performance Driven At Affordable Prices
Made In The USA With Quality Materials
Field tested to ensure nothing but the best for your pet
23. Seachem Fluorite Onyx Sand Substrate, 7.7 lb (67135030)
This product is easy to use
This product adds a great Value
This product is Manufactured in United States
Age Range Description: All Life Stages
Included Components: None
24. Seachem Pristine Natural Waste Management - Organic Sludge and Detritus Eliminator 4L (28629)
WASTE MANAGEMENT: Seachem’s Pristine uses bioaugmentation, a non-chemical and natural method, to improve water quality. It provides bacteria that break down excess food, waste, and detritus in freshwater and marine systems.
HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT: Seachem Pristine works to reduce excess nutrients (e. g. ammonia, nitrates, and nitrites) that may fuel the growth of nuisance and disease-causing organisms, working to increase water clarity and promote overall better health for the aquatic environment.
GOOD BACTERIA: The bacteria species in Pristine thrive in fresh or saltwater and can utilize a wide range of organic compounds, including fats that cause unsightly films.
BLEND: This bacterial blend can adapt to harsh or low oxygen environments and continue to multiply and improve water conditions.
CARE: Shake Pristine well before use and be sure to turn off UV/ozone. Use 1 capful (5 mL) for each 40 L (10 US gallons). Then use a maintenance dose of 1 capful (5 mL) per 80 L (20 US gallons) with additions of livestock or the disruption of the biofilter through cleaning or medications.
25. Caribsea Moonlight Sand for Freshwater Aquariums 20lb
Great for rays, eels, gobies, and other soft bellied fish
Won't affect hardness or pH - ideal for freshwater
One (1) - 20Lb. bag
26. Seachem Fluorite Black Sand Substrate, 7.7lb
Premium natural sand for the planted aquarium
Good for the life of the aquarium
27. Seachem Flourite Sand, 15.4 lb
The premium substrate for the Planted Aquarium
Specially fracted, stable Porous clay gravel for the natural Planted Aquarium
Its appearance is best suited to Planted aquaria, but may be used in any Aquarium environment
Never needs replacement and remains effective for the life of the Aquarium
Not chemically coated or treated and will not alter the pH of the water
28. Mironekuton - Japanese Natural Deep Sea Mineral 150g For Shrimps Invertebrates
Mironekuton mineral mineral powder with over 66 minerals & trace elements!
Exceptionally rich in minerals and trace elements
Stabilises the pH
Supports healthy development of baby shrimps
Can be poured under the soil as additive
30. Aqueon Plant and Shrimp Aquarium Substrate 5 Pounds,Brown
By Aqueon Store
Available in 5-pound bag
Great option for a variety of freshwater plants, shrimp, snails and tropical fish
Promotes growth of a wide variety of freshwater plants
Made from clay based material, which is great for aquascaping
This clay substrate is spherical by design, maintaining shape and structure over time
31. Coarse Aragonite 10lb Sand for Reef, Saltwater and Marine Aquariums
Unsurpassed buffering capability - keeps pH at a stable 8.2
Phosphate free
98% pure calcium carbonate - no impurities like other forms of aragonite
Naturally renewable oolitic aragonite - sustainable sourced
Genuine Marine aragonite - not land mined
The only brand with a lease from The Bahamian government to harvest aragonite
32. African CICHILD Aragonite 10LB Sand for Aquarium
Unsurpassed buffering capability - will keep your pH at 8.2
98% pure calcium carbonate
Naturally renewable oolitic aragonite
Sustainably sourced
Phosphate free
33. AquaNatural Oolitic Aragonite 20lb Aquarium Sand for Reef, Saltwater and Marine Tanks and Aquariums
Unsurpassed buffering capability - keeps pH at a stable 8.2
98% pure calcium carbonate - no impurities like other sands
Naturally renewable oolitic aragonite from a sustainable source
Pisces is the only company that has a lease with The Bahamian government to harvest aragonite
Age range description: All Life Stages
34. AquaNatural Midnight Pearl 10lb Gravel Substrate for aquascaping, Aquariums, vivariums and terrariums 2-4mm, Brown, Small
Triple washed and kiln dried - this is one of the cleanest aquarium sustrates available, no toxins, no foreign matter, 100% natural pebble
2-4mm - this aquarium pebble is graded really evenly for consistant sizing
Ethically and sustainably sourced under license in New Zealand
This gravel will give your aquascape a natural river bed look with the lighter highlights giving it a more textured three dimensional look
vivariums and terrariums
35. AquaNatural Midnight Pearl 20lb Gravel Substrate for aquascaping, Aquariums, vivariums and terrariums 2-4mm, Brown
Triple washed and kiln dried - this is one of the cleanest aquarium sustrates available, no toxins, no foreign matter, 100% natural pebble
2-4mm - this aquarium pebble is graded really evenly for consistant sizing
Ethically and sustainably sourced under license in New Zealand
This gravel will give your aquascape a natural river bed look with the lighter highlights giving it a more textured three dimensional look
vivariums and terrariums
36. Aqua Natural Galaxy Sand Bio-Substrate 5lb for Aquariums, Sand seeded with Start up bio-Active nitrifying Bacteria
Seeded with bio-active live nitrifying bacteria
Use as a primary substrate or mix with Aqua Natural Galaxy Sand substrate at a ratio of up to 1:4
Cycles aquarium instantly
37. Aqua Natural Sugar White Sand Bio-Substrate 5lb for Aquariums, Sand seeded with Start up bio-Active nitrifying Bacteria
Seeded with bio-active live nitrifying bacteria
Use as a primary substrate or mix with Aqua Natural Sugar White Sand
Cycles aquarium instantly
39. AquaNatural Red Flint 20lb Gravel Substrate for aquascaping, Aquariums, vivariums and terrariums 4-6mm
4-6mm in size, this is the perfect grade to build an aquascape on and secure plants in
Ethically and sustainably sourced under license in the USA
Deep red in color, this is a great way to bring color to your tank without resorting to artifical substrate
Country of origin: US
40. 2LB Natural Polished Aquarium Rocks, Colored Fish Tank Gravel, Pebbles Decoration Oval(0.59-0.78inch), for Garden River Plants Vases Filler
【Unique Decorative Pebbles】The smooth and round agate stone is oval in shape, with a color like amber crystal clear, each stone has different lines, colors and patterns. Natural river rocks polishing, high hardness, wear-resistant, longer use.
【Useful Indoor Outdoor Décor Rocks】Our colored stone can be used for a wide variety of project for crafts, home, and garden. Fairy gardens, flower arrangements, succulent containers, and potted plants to name a few. They also work great for vase marbles filler, fish tank rock, aquarium gravel, forest garden paving and landscaping.
【DIY Art Creation】You can even use these beautiful stones to DIY handmade creations, such as pendants for your lover, inlaid gems in hats, embellishments of clay crafts, and processed into different shapes as home decoration crystals.
【Package Contents】You will get 2lb(900g) of cool decoration rocks, about 160-180 pcs(0.59-0.78inch) / 60-80 pcs(0.78-1.2inch).
【Satisfactory Service】If you encounter any problems during your shopping, you can contact us at any time, and we will enthusiastically solve it for you in a timely manner. If you are not satisfied with the product you received, you can contact us to return it for no reason, giving you a worry-free shopping experience.
41. Seachem Flourish Tabs Growth Supplement - Aquatic Plant Stimulant 10 ct & Flourish Freshwater Plant Supplement 500 ml
Product 1: GROWTH TREATMENT: Seachem Flourish Tabs are growth stimulating tablets for plant roots which contain essential trace elements, amino acids, and vitamins.
Product 1: VITAMINS: Seachem Flourish Tabs are rich in iron, manganese, magnesium, calcium, potassium, inositol, choline B12, biotin, and other factors that have been determined to be beneficial to aquatic plant roots.
Product 1: NUTRIENTS: When inserted into the gravel, Seachem Flourish Tabs provide direct, time-released fertilization to the plants’ root zone. Nutrients are slowly made available through enzymatic action of the plants’ roots on the tabs.
Product 1: TANK USE: Insert one Flourish Tab in the gravel for every 10–15 cm (4–6 in.) radius. A standard 10 gallon aquarium requires 6 tabs. Distribute the tablets evenly throughout the gravel bed, pushing each tablet midway into the gravel bed.
Product 2: SUPPLEMENT: Seachem Flourish is a comprehensive plant supplement for the natural freshwater aquarium, containing a rich assortment of important micro elements, trace elements and other nutrients.
Product 2: ELEMENTS: In order to benefit your aquatic plants and help your freshwater environment thrive, Seachem Flourish contains potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, and other important elements.
Product 2: WATER TREATMENT: For best results, use 1 capful (5 mL) of Flourish for each 250 L (60 US gallons) once or twice a week. For smaller doses, please note that each cap thread is approximately 1 mL. Refrigeration is recommended 3 months after opening.
Product 2: SOLUTION COLOR: It is normal for the color of Seachem’s Flourish to vary by batch as the solution color is dependent on the temperature at which the product was blended. This variation in color is of no consequence to the function of Flourish.
42. LazyGa Rose Quartz Chips 4.4 lb (2kg/70.5oz) Crystal Chips Gemstones Crushed Crystals Natural Rocks 5-7mm
Natural Crystal Stone-: Rose quartz chips natural crystal rocks 2kg/70.5oz, pure natural color, with texture, about 7-10 mm (0.29 inches - 0.36 inches) Those irregular stone chips come without hole
Suitable Scene-： These jade stone chips are not only ideal for home decoration,such as fish tanks,potted plants and so on,but also perfect for dispalying your jewelry,necklaces,earrings and other precious jewelry
Stone Crystal Chips- : These Polished stones can be used in energy, tumbling, decoration, jewelry making. chakra balancing, reiki, or other metaphysical practices and more. Perfect gift for beginners or collect crystals.
Top Decor for Plants - ：With these Jade Stone chips, your succulent plants would look more chic and energetic. Crushed draining crystals can also effectively buffer redundant water to prevent the loss of nutrients and soil which keep the potted plants grow healthily.
Fishbowl Crystal Stone-:one since stone is unique-mixed and bright color stones placed in the fishbowl to create a fairy tale living space, baby fishes love to have fun in such a wonderful environment.
