Description

This product from Fluval is not only recommended for all beginners in the world of aquarists, freshwater aquariums, and shrimp farming. Even experts and experts will appreciate the advantages of Fluval Stratum, especially when it comes to stable values and abundant plant growth. Both are important factors for both a plant and a shrimp aquarium.

Let's begin with the starting point of the Fluval Stratum soil substrate - the Aso volcano in Japan: the material from its mineral-rich environment is the basis that stimulates aquatic plant growth. Once the plants have rooted themselves in the substrate, nothing stands in the way of a blossoming future for aqua botany - because all the important nutrients are there. (see below: worth knowing & useful)

Let's get to the nature: Fluval stratum has a light, porous structure, which useful bacteria love and quickly settle and multiply on. Bacteria have a perfect habitat on the coarse-grained substrate and increase the water quality. You have to say that planting takes a bit of tact, but the result is worth the patience. In the manufacturer video (see below) you can see the "buoyancy" of the plants very well. With a little practice, the design is easy to complete. We at Olibetta have had good experiences with it because the roots penetrate quickly, penetrate freely and have a good hold.

Speaking of good experience! Now we come to water quality. Fluval stratum makes the pH neutral to slightly acidic - and remains constant. As well as other essential values such as KH and GH. Of course, it depends on other factors in the aquarium, such as filters, additional fertilization or plant species - but experience has shown that reaching a constant pH between 6 and 6.5 is quite the rule.

Another outstanding feature is the color or clarity of the water. What is meant is that the stratum floor substrate itself does not discolor the water if it is used correctly and if the manufacturer's instructions on the packaging are followed. (see also our tip below). As if that weren't enough, it curbs discoloration caused, for example, by using natural driftwood and similar add-ons.