{"title":"Aquarium Soil","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"fluval-bio-stratum","title":"Fluval Bio Plant and Shrimp Stratum","description":"\u003cp\u003eFluval Bio Plant and Shrimp Stratum: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePromotes healthy plant development, vigorous growth and vibrant color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInfused with dormant beneficial nitrifying bacteria that, once in contact with water, are activated to break down waste and kickstart the nitrogen cycle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRapidly reduces ammonia levels to help stabilize water conditions in new aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLightweight 1 mm powder format granules are non-compacting and allow even the finest and most delicate roots to easily penetrate and spread throughout substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePorous granules promote extensive bacterial colonization and act as an additional source of biological filtration for improved water quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIncludes a powerful mix of plant-friendly nutrients, minerals and trace elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHelps support a neutral to slightly acidic pH – ideal for live plants as well as tropical fish and shrimp commonly kept in planted aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSoftens water naturally, reducing carbonate hardness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWill not stain water and helps control organic discoloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnique curing and heat treatment process helps extend soil life and ensures no parasites are present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIdeal for use in smaller freshwater aquariums or as a top layer in larger tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hagen","offers":[{"title":"2kg\/4.4lb","offer_id":47688835825982,"sku":"400000016672","price":22.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4kg\/8.8lb","offer_id":47688835858750,"sku":"400000016689","price":41.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8kg\/17.6lb","offer_id":47688835891518,"sku":"400000016696","price":71.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/5104\/3390\/products\/Fluval-Bio-Stratum.jpg?v=1698547588"},{"product_id":"fluval-plant-and-shrimp-stratum","title":"Fluval Plant and Shrimp Stratum","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFluval Plant and Shrimp Stratum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollected from the mineral-rich foothills of Mount Aso Volcano in Japan, Fluval Stratum makes an ideal alternative substrate for planted aquariums and those featuring shrimp. This is an excellent soil choice for planted aquariums! It's packed with nutrients for plants, and the granules are large enough for shrimp fry to hide in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hagen","offers":[{"title":"2kg\/4.4lb","offer_id":47688835924286,"sku":"400000012872","price":22.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4kg\/8.8lb","offer_id":47688835957054,"sku":"400000012889","price":37.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8kg\/17.6lb","offer_id":47688835989822,"sku":"400000012896","price":61.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/5104\/3390\/products\/Fluval-Plant-and-Shrimp-Stratum.jpg?v=1698547590"},{"product_id":"tropica-aquarium-soil-grain-2-3mm","title":"Tropica Aquarium Soil (grain 2-3mm)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTropica Aquarium Soil is a complete bottom layer, which can be used without any other types of bottom layer – see how to use it here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquarium Soil is a complete bottom layer, which can be used without any other types of bottom layer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe grain size of 2-3 mm makes it easy for planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquarium Soil ensures proper growth and stimulates red colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use the product\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquarium Soil ensures good and active growth from the beginning and boosts the red plant shades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a complete substrate, which can be used without any other types of bottom layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquarium Soil is further an active bottom layer that lowers the pH value and slightly affects the water chemistry.\u003cbr\u003eWe recommend that you change 25-50% of the water min. twice a week during the first 4 weeks after establishing the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow do I calculate the quantity of Soil or Soil Powder needed for my tank?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure your tank’s length and width in cm, for example 90 x 60 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsider the thickness of the bottom layer you want, e.g. 8 cm.\u003cbr\u003eMake the layer thicker towards the rear wall for a great visual effect!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe calculation to do is length x width x layer divided by 1000.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tropica.com\/imagegen.ashx?width=500\u0026amp;image=\/Plant%20Care\/710\/1.JPG\u0026amp;crop=resize\u0026amp;class=product\" class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/tropica.com\/imagegen.ashx?width=370\u0026amp;image=\/Plant%20Care\/710\/1.JPG\u0026amp;crop=resize\u0026amp;class=product\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquarium Soil is a complete bottom layer, which can be used without any other types of bottom layer. The grain size of 2-3 mm makes it easy for planting! Aquarium Soil ensures good and active growth from the beginning and boosts the red plant shades. It is a complete substrate, which can be used without any other types of bottom layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAquarium Soil is further an active bottom layer that lowers the pH value and slightly affects the water chemistry. We recommend that you change 25-50% of the water min. twice a week during the first 4 weeks after establishing the aquarium.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tropica","offers":[{"title":"3 Litre","offer_id":47688837824830,"sku":"400000012902","price":29.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9 Litre","offer_id":47688837857598,"sku":"400000020846","price":63.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/5104\/3390\/products\/Tropica-Aquarium-Soil-_-grain-2-3mm_-1.jpg?v=1698547660"},{"product_id":"tropica-aquarium-soil-powder-grain-2mm","title":"Tropica Aquarium Soil Powder (grain \u003c2mm)","description":"\u003cp\u003eAquarium Soil is used for planning a new aquarium. It is a complete bottom layer, which can be used without any other types of bottom layer – see how to use it here.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquarium Soil is a complete bottom layer, which can be used without any other types of bottom layer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe grain size of 2-3 mm makes it easy for planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquarium Soil ensures proper growth and stimulates red colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use the product\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAquarium Soil ensures good and active growth from the beginning, and boosts the red plant shades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a complete substrate, which can be used without any other types of bottom layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAquarium Soil is further an active bottom layer that lowers the pH value and slightly affects the water chemistry.\u003cbr\u003eWe recommend that you change 25-50% of the water min. twice a week during the first 4 weeks after establishing the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow do I calculate the quantity of Soil or Soil Powder needed for my tank?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure your tank’s length and width in cm, for example 90 x 60 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsider the thickness of the bottom layer you want, e.g. 8 cm.\u003cbr\u003eMake the layer thicker towards the rear wall for a great visual effect!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe calculation to do is length x width x layer divided by 1000.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn our example, 90 x 60 x 8\/1000 = 43,2 L Soil\/Soil Powder needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tropica.com\/imagegen.ashx?width=500\u0026amp;image=\/Plant%20Care\/710\/1.JPG\u0026amp;crop=resize\u0026amp;class=product\" class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-group=\"gallery\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/tropica.com\/imagegen.ashx?width=370\u0026amp;image=\/Plant%20Care\/710\/1.JPG\u0026amp;crop=resize\u0026amp;class=product\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp\u003eAquarium Soil Powder is used when planning a new aquarium. The fine-grained active bottom layer is especially suitable for front plants – see how to use it here. Aquarium Soil Powder is a complete active bottom layer, which can be used without any other types of bottom layer. The attractive grain size makes it suitable for foreground plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAquarium Soil Powder ensures proper growth and stimulates the colour development. We recommend that you change 25-50% of the water min. twice a week during the first 4 weeks after establishing the aquarium.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tropica","offers":[{"title":"3 Litre","offer_id":47688837890366,"sku":"400000013169","price":33.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9 Litre","offer_id":47688837923134,"sku":"400000013176","price":74.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/5104\/3390\/products\/Tropica-Aquarium-Soil-Powder-_grain-_2mm.jpg?v=1698547662"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/5104\/3390\/collections\/Fluval-12697-BioStratum-2kg-2F-International.jpg?v=1781736934","url":"https:\/\/yourlocalfishstore.com\/collections\/aquarium-soil.oembed","provider":"Your Local Fish Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}