CaribSea Eco-Complete Planted Aquarium Substrate, 20-lb bag
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Keep your aquarium plants growing and thriving with the CaribSea Eco-Complete Planted Aquarium Substrate. This ready-to-use formula contains basaltic volcanic soil which contains iron, calcium, magnesium, potassium, sulfur and over 25 other elements to nourish your aquatic plants. It has different-sized granules that help promote optimal oxygen uptake for roots, and a blend of beneficial bacteria that turn fish waste into plant food, and nourish roots to promote healthy growth. Use it to boost plant growth and as a new aquarium cycle starter. Best of all, since it’s packed in a water conditioning solution, it’s easy to use out of the bag, with no rinsing or additional conditioners.
Key Benefits- Ready-to-use with volcanic basalt rich in minerals and essential elements to support plant growth and health.
- Bi-modal grading separates into a fine bottom layer for root development, and a coarse top layer to enhance root oxygen uptake.
- Dual-biotic formula contains heterotrophic bacteria to convert fish waste into plant food, and mycorrhizal symbionts for strong root development.
- Biologically complete with beneficial microorganisms that help cycle new aquariums faster; it comes packed in Liquid Amazon™ water conditioner.
- Natural deep black color encourages vibrant fish colors and reduces stress, with no artificial dyes, paints or chemicals.
| Guaranteed Analysis | |
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| Soluble Potash | 0.37% |
| Calcium | 3.89% |
| Magnesium | 4.08% |
| Iron | 5.91% |
Derived from: Basalt.
| Also Contains Non-Plant Food Ingredients | |
|---|---|
| Humic Acid | 0.03% |
| Bacillus Amyloliquefaciens | 1166 cfu/g |
| Bacillus Licheniformis | 1166 cfu/g |
| Bacillus Subtilis | 1166 cfu/g |
| Glomus Intraradices | 0.002775 spores/g |
| Glomus Mosseae | 0.002775 spores/g |
| Glomus Aggregatum | 0.002775 spores/g |
| Glomus Etunicatum | 0.002775 spores/g |
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Item Number141431
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Weight20.0 pounds
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Aquarium TypeFreshwater
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Fish TypeTropical Freshwater
Use one to two pounds of Eco-Complete Planted Aquarium Substrate per gallon of aquarium water. Two pounds per gallon or more will deliver best performance. An ideal bed depth is at least 3 inches.
Eco-Complete Planted Aquarium Substrate is designed to be a complete substrate but may also serve as a bottom layer with your choice of non-carbonate substrate.
For new aquarium setups simply pour in the entire contents of this bag and fill aquarium with de-chlorinated tap water or, for best results, de-ionized or distilled water. Eco-Complete Planted Aquarium Substrate will automatically segregate into 2 distinct layers with the finer material on the bottom (Bi-Modal). For established systems, drain and discard most of the liquid contents of the product before placing into the system.
Placing new gravels over the top ("capping") of an established gravel bed can be damaging to aquatic life. Gently mix new material into the existing bed with fingers. For added safety this process can be done in sections, over the course of a few days. This product may contain naturally magnetic minerals. Use caution when using magnetic algae scrapers.
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Cloudy with a chance of muck
By Kayla on Sep 1, 2019
My plants love this substate my issue is with the red not the black. Out of the 3 bags of red I bought each one leaves my tank looking cloudly as can be. The dirt takes for ever to clear up. The black bag I bought was crystal clear and I never had an issue. The red looks better and more natural, but comes at a price.
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Good. Its red.
By selah on Aug 28, 2019
Was expecting black. Recieved red. Made water very cloudy and murky for an entire week. Added a layer of gravel on top. Seems to be doing good so far.
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Fabulous for fish and plants!
By Klasmom on Mar 23, 2019
I redid my 75 gallon tank of tropical fish (mostly varieties of tetras) and live plants with this substrate. Amazing!!!! The plants I’d just bought have nearly doubled in size in less than two weeks and the fish are doing great. Happy and healthy. Love look of the black on the bottom that really makes the fish and plants pop. I used 6 bags (120 lb) in my 75 gallon. Super big bonus that you don’t have to (and shouldn’t!) rinse before putting it in your tank.
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Eco-complete Black
By Shyla on Apr 14, 2019
I was a little skeptical about a substrate you don’t have to rinse but it really left my water crystals clear. I mean the rocks themselves look pretty cool being lava rock and all and it does exactly what it’s supposed to. What more could you ask for?
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Looks awesome!
By Bobby on Apr 27, 2019
Love these rocks they are perfect for my tank. Great color! I didn’t want very big gravel in my tank and these are the perfect size. The bag did leak some when I opened the box but not very much.
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Beautiful, healthy substrate for tropical fish
By Punky on Mar 28, 2019
Not only is this substrate gorgeous but it is chock full of nutrient and makes ur tank cycle faster. I added plants too, my tank is gorgeous now and looks to be the Amazon river look only neat and clean!! So good for my critters!Also arrived fast!!
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Actually Growing
By Gardom on Mar 31, 2019
My aquarium plants have started to grow which only can be because of the new Substrate. Other tanks just don't do judges to most any plant with regular gravel. That's even with the same plant grow jucy. I'd recommend
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Amazing plant substrate
By Ecomplished on Mar 10, 2019
Eco-complete is working really well for me. I put it in a 29 gal and a 15gal tank and both tanks are doing great with the plants. Neither have CO2 and only the 29 has high light (fluval 3.0).
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Wonderful product! Barely clouded by 55 gallon tank of 8 years
By JJAW on Feb 9, 2019
Plants love it! Added it to my gravel in my 55 gallon. Looks great. Divided the task OVER 3 days. Barely clouded the water and no stressed inhabitants of tank! My aquatic mystery snails can really get around quickly this substarate! I am happy, plants are happy, and my 55gallon tank's inhabitants are Jolly
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Great Product
By Charles on Mar 30, 2019
Ordered 4 bags and no mess, no bother to use. Didn't rinse it prior and had no issues in 55 gal. tank. Planted same day and they all are doing well. Simple to use.
