The best Aquarium Décor Plastic Plants: Reddit reviews

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https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B083ZR6M88/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_CQ7YXRNT9NP6JGDC42WG?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I got one of these and it's working out OK. I debated getting one like yours for a while. Let us know how you like it.

He is sooo pretty! That said, the commenters above are right, and he'll really pop and bring lots of wiggles and joy to your family in a larger tank with a heater and a gentle filter.

I would reccommend an adjustable heater so you have more control over the temperature, and remember that you get what you pay for! Ive cheaped out on heaters more times than I care to admit and Ive regretted it every time :(

I would also recommend a gentle filter like a sponge filter since bettas arent great swimmers. Keep in mind that you'll need to get the sponge filter, an air pump, and airline tubing all separately, but the total cost should come to about that of an average hang-on-back filter.

In regards to fish-in cycling, he will be okay. Get a liquid test kit (avoid strips, as they're so inaccurate they're basically useless), then move him in into a bigger tank w/ heater and filter asap and do frequent water changes and testing. It will probably take about a month to establish a healthy bacteria colony, but your fishie will be fine as long as you stay on top of water changes.

Once your cycle is finished, you can reduce water changes to once weekly.

EDIT: Also note that plastic plants are sharp and can hurt a betta's delicate fins! Try to stick to silk or live plants. Bettas love live java fern and anubias plants because of the big, broad leaves for them to rest on. Plus, these plants are super easy to take care of.

If you're not at all interested in live plant care, try BiOrb silk plants. Theyre SUPER duper soft and the green ones have a pretty natural look to them. You can find them here on Amazon.

Good luck taking care of your new buddy! He is such a cute little fishie! Keep us updated on how hes doing! 💖

Hi! Thank you! The plant with the huge leaves is fake, bought it on amazon a few years ago! here I removed the spiky things and some leaves are now missing. I used it to attach my ferns since I can’t bury them : )

Layers, you want a substrate under the sand that can sustain the plants. If you use root tabs you'll not need this then. At least thats my understanding. .

Substrate I'm using

I've seen a lot of tanks with layers and I really dig the sort of cross section of riverbed look. Sort of like this. So I'll be doing something similar.

Planted Tank

Aye! Looks real right? Fake silk plants from Amazon at least they say silk but I don't believe they are actual silk at this price.

Java ferns and anubias nana are my most favorite. Theyre super easy and have big, broad leaves for bettas to rest on.

If youre less interested in live plant care, try BiOrb silk plants. Theyre a little pricey, but theyre SUPER soft and the green ones have a pretty natural look, considering the materials. You can find them on Amazon.

Thanks! It’s a Fluval flora 30l (7.9gal) absolute steak of a tank, comes with an internal filter with spray bar,( had no problems with it and it’s running like a dream, keep the water super clear) and also full spectrum led lighting. It’s 30 x 30 x 35 cm

Here’s an amazon link where I bought it ; Fluval Flora Aquatic Plants Aquarium Kit https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B004AJCE0Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_nzM-CbR7A34R0

It's this product (avoid the bio-stratum, it's too fine) which is meant to be used in aquariums/tanks. It's texture and mineral richness is perfect for rooting, you just wet it and stick some cutting in there--within a week you'll see roots starting from pretty much anything.

A year old for my betta tank and I got them from Amazon says mini leaf here's the link 2 Pack Aquarium Grass Plant Seeds, Aquarium Small Leaf Grass, Aquarium Water Grass Seeds for Fish Tank Decoration Creates Lush Green Carpet Plant https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08XYTHQ4P/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_R96GAA1XD1E8CZ0XNQ52?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I cut at the base. Twist and pull can leave patches on your sub that are uncolonized and therefore more prone to contamination. That said, many seem to twist and pull without any issue with contamination whatsoever. Just do what feels right for you and experiment!

These scissors are great for harvesting btw:

https://www.amazon.com/Tomato-Palace-Scissors-Stainless-Aquarium/dp/B083ZR6M88/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?crid=24AXR1G9Z8CJR&keywords=wave+scissors&qid=1651758000&sprefix=wave+scissors%2Caps%2C87&sr=8-4

These ones 2 Pack Aquarium Grass Plant Seeds, Aquarium Small Leaf Grass, Aquarium Water Grass Seeds for Fish Tank Decoration Creates Lush Green Carpet Plant https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08XYTHQ4P/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_JGNHBFBSKS67NDNSVH36?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Tomato-Palace-Scissors-Stainless-Aquarium/dp/B083ZR6M88/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?crid=39CL423HFB5ZD&keywords=aquarium+scissors&qid=1647089646&sprefix=aquarium+sc%2Caps%2C361&sr=8-4 And I use the punches to cut the agar then use my scalpel to transfer. While it seems like an extra step it's not. With the scalpel it's 3 cuts then transfer. It's less time and I can cut multiple transfers in go. They one I bought is out of stock but this is similar. https://www.amazon.com/Leather-Plastics-leather-1-5mm-4mm-ASONTAO/dp/B08MF3T4YJ/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?crid=EBFM46HI79LY&keywords=leather+hole+punch&qid=1647090420&sprefix=leather+hole+punch%2Caps%2C154&sr=8-8

I used 1 bag of 8.8-Pound Fluval Stratum for my 12 gal tank.

Some random seeds I got on Amazon.. wouldn’t do it again. Dry started them but they turned into a gummy mess.. seeds that didn’t sprout now stick to everything, including my little shrimps legs. Stuff grows like crazy. Gotta trim it back every week. Gotta be some sort of weed. 2 Pack Aquarium Grass Plant Seeds, Aquarium Small Leaf Grass, Aquarium Water Grass Seeds for Fish Tank Decoration Creates Lush Green Carpet Plant https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08XYTHQ4P/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_B0MJHYAJ29FD4M26TDYC?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Would love to get rid of it all but I have about 9 berried shrimp and a bunch of babies already. Trying not to disturb them or stress to much with such a massive change.

Mandala Crafts Long Stainless Steel Aquascape Tool Kit for Saltwater Freshwater Aquarium Plant Trimming, Fish Tanks, Terrariums (Stainless Steel Wave Scissors) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074WFT53B/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_CD2HHX30DKM16ZY8977B?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Fluval-Plant-Shrimp-Stratum-8-8-Pound/dp/B00JMABYUO/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=1PE2FA32B6CEI&keywords=fluval+stratum+substrate&qid=1640146756&sprefix=fluval+str%2Caps%2C99&sr=8-3

I HIGHLY recommend a floating betta log!!! My betta is obsessed with his. Also, if you're hesitant about live plants, you can try adding more large leaf silk plants like [this](https://www.amazon.ca/biOrb-Plant-Medium-Purple-Green/dp/B003KGBJ06/ref=sr_1_11?keywords=aquarium%2Bsilk%2Bplant&qid=1638070622&sr=8-11&th=1) (Bettas like resting on the leaves close to the surface). You can also try some moss balls which are very durable and take virtually no care at all. The moss ball literally just sits at the bottom and provides a spot for the betta to sit; no trimming or fertilizer required!

thank you!! it’s the only fake plant in my tank actually, i have the end that you normally put under the substrate sticking out of the tank. it’s labeled as bamboo but im unsure if there a legitimate water bamboo that looks like it or not.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BUFSKYW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_DQ68WH0A5X4S8ZYYC9VQ

These are the scissors I have. I wish I could remember who suggested them.

Mandala Crafts Long Stainless Steel Aquascape Tool Kit for Saltwater Freshwater Aquarium Plant Trimming, Fish Tanks, Terrariums (Stainless Steel Wave Scissors) https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B074WFT53B/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_D925SSCZ54NTSSZYD4HN?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

2 Pack Aquarium Grass Plant Seeds, Aquarium Small Leaf Grass, Aquarium Water Grass Seeds for Fish Tank Decoration Creates Lush Green Carpet Plant https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08XYTHQ4P/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_1ABHYP5607FZJMBGWY88

Oh I suggested the different gravel, preferably this fluval stratum because it gives off nutrients to plants in the tank, which, your betta needs. Plants give off extra oxygen and help regulate the nitrogen cycle (less water changes!) as well as giving a place for the fish to hide and rest, I didn’t get rid of my old neon orange gravel and instead did a design on top of the fluval stratum substrate! :)

Best bet would be to offer hiding places that they can get to but the bigger fish can't...... Penn Plax Fish Breeding Grass – Baby Hideout, Safe Hiding for Fry – Decorative Aquarium Grass https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002565KM/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_XCMW6CCN7G8H660P9QCG ......... SLSON Aquarium Decorations Grass Artificial Plastic Lawn 9 inches Square Landscape Green Plants for Saltwater Freshwater Tropical Fish Tank Decoration,with 8 Pcs Suction Cups https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C5Z4B5C/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_PTVCPXT3MDQRG216V0K0 ......... Maybe something like that?

Small leaf grass from Amazon, not sure exactly what plant it is!

I did a dry start by planting the seeds on top of the substrate before adding any water. Sprayed it down a few times a day heavily and covered with wrap to keep moisture in.

Took about ~15-20 days to fully sprout, and added water to the tank then. What you see is about 2 months later.

I've found that cutting doesnt shock the colony as much as ripping out a bunch of substrate with them.

It's also much easier not having to clean up a bunch of dirt after they're harvested.

I use one of these.

Okay my bad, some other small carpeting plant. This is the product.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08XYTHQ4P?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

Thanks! I will post a picture when its grown in if all goes well.

I also really like these fake plants: tall plant short plant

Thanks!! Ill put links up, and yes co2 injection. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JMABYUO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_MBnZFbCGEB8MD https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G91L6FV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_MDnZFbZWCS9KQ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

If you do plants you need substrate, not just rocks, I'd recommend this substrate https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JMABYUO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_b1r1GKGo4Bcwz And this filter make sure it's the 50 gal https://www.petsmart.com/fish/filters-and-pumps/filters/fluval-aqua-clear-power-filter-16885.html

Absolutely! I wasn't sure it was allowed at first. I have two of the Marina Ecoscaper Hydrocotyle Silk Plant. $2.97 (!) at Amazon, but it's an add-on item, so it only ships with an order of $25 or more.

Your fish will be okay with non ideal conditions for awhile, bettas are hearty fish! (Shame on your friend for the gift but good for you for trying to give this guy the best possible life!!)

For plants make sure you get silk plants, I’d recommend Marina Ecoscaper Hydrocotyle Silk Plant Plant, 8-Inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002ASDIY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_n2SQCbA3CNS37 from Amazon.

They are super soft and I haven’t found a better plant fore $3 :)

Heater is essential also! Best of luck to you!!