The Best Glue for Aquarium Plants At Horizon Aquatics, when it comes to attaching epiphyte aquarium plants like mosses, ferns, or anubias to rocks and wood, we always rely on plant glue. It’s a simple, quick and easy way to instantly secure plants without using string or fishing line, keeping your aquascape clean and professional-looking. Why Use Plant Glue in Your Aquarium? Plant glue allows you to instantly fix plants onto hardscape, even underwater. It speeds up aquascaping dramatically compared to traditional methods, and it keeps delicate plants like mosses neatly in place during tank setup and early growth stages....

Epiphyte Aquarium Plants: Attach, Grow, Thrive When designing a beautiful aquascape, adding a variety of textures and growth styles can take your aquarium from good to stunning. One essential group of plants that every aquascaper should know about is epiphyte plants. These versatile species don’t root in soil like typical plants — instead, they anchor themselves onto rocks, wood, or other surfaces, creating a more natural, wild look inside your tank.In this blog, Horizon Aquatics will dive into what epiphyte plants are, why they’re perfect for aquascaping, how to care for them, and some of the best types to add...

How to Get Vibrant Red Aquarium Plants & How to Care For Them Adding red aquarium plants to your aquascape instantly transforms your aquarium into a vibrant underwater world. Their striking colours create contrast against green plants and give your tank a pop of colour. But why exactly, are some aquarium plants red, and what extra care do they need compared to green plants? In this blog, we'll dive into the science behind their colour, essential care tips, and introduce you to five stunning red aquarium plants for every skill level – from beginner to advanced aquascapers. Why Are Aquarium...

How to Create a Stunning Dutch Aquascape: Plant Choices, Layout Tips, and Rare Species The Dutch aquascape style is one of the oldest and most striking forms of planted aquariums, known for its lush, colourful, garden-like appearance. Unlike nature-style aquascapes that mimic landscapes, the Dutch style focuses on dense plant growth, vibrant colour contrasts, and structured "streets" or rows of plants.If you've ever dreamed of creating a vivid underwater garden, a Dutch aquascape is a fantastic choice — and it’s easier than you think with the right guidance! In this blog, we’ll walk you through the basics of setting up...

This Different Types of Algae in a Planted Aquarium and How to Get Rid of Each One A guide to Fighting Algae  At Horizon Aquatics, we know that creating a stunning, thriving planted aquarium is a rewarding yet challenging journey. One of the most common hurdles you’ll face as an aquarium enthusiast is managing algae growth. Whilst in nature algae is a natural part of any aquatic ecosystem, in your home aquarium it can quickly become a nuisance if left unchecked or there is an imbalance, impacting the health of your plants and the overall beauty of your tank. In this...

How to Maintain a Clean Aquascape – Weekly Aquarium Maintenance Guide We've broken down our cleaning routine into simple, easy-to-follow steps for you. Our weekly maintenance routine is standard for a mature aquascape. For new aquascapes, however, the process is a bit different during the first few weeks. You can read more about that in our other blog post. *Everything you need to know to set up a Planted Aquarium* Visual Overall Aquarium Health Check Each week, we begin our routine for each aquarium with a visual inspection to assess what needs attention. This includes a general health check of the...

The Best Hardscape Glue for Aquariums At Horizon Aquatics, we always secure our aquascaping wood and rocks with glue — not only to prevent them from floating when added to the aquarium, but also to ensure they stay firmly in place during routine maintenance. Why Use Glue in Your Aquarium? We use glue so that wood can be used instantly, without the need for days, or even weeks of pre-soaking. By attaching wood to rocks, it becomes weighed down, allowing you to start aquascaping right away. Which Aquarium Safe Glue to Use? We use our own specially tested hardscape glue,...

Mastering the Art of Iwagumi An Iwagumi is an exquisite and meticulously crafted arrangement of stones that originates from Japan, reflecting the principles of Zen aesthetics in Aquascaping. This style is defined by its minimalist approach, where the focus is solely on stones as hardscape Materials, creating a serene and captivating underwater landscape. In an Iwagumi aquascape, a single type and colour of stone is chosen, which adds to the visual harmony and emphasises the natural beauty of the materials. Arranged according to key principles of balance, simplicity, and proportion, the layout typically incorporates an asymmetrical design that evokes the...

How to Inject CO2 into your Aquarium to take your Aquascape to the Next Level  This comprehensive guide to CO2 for your aquarium includes step-by-step instructions for installing both in-tank and inline CO2 systems, along with crucial tips, equipment suggestions, and troubleshooting strategies suitable for beginners and seasoned aquarists alike. Why use CO2 in an Aquarium? CO2 can instil fear in many aquarists; it sounds intimidating, technical, and expensive! We often receive inquiries from customers who are nervous about using CO2 and whether they should make the investment. Ultimately, it depends on what you want from your aquarium. If you're...

Budget Friendly Aquascaping - How to Make Things more Cost Effective  If you're looking to dive into aquascaping for the first time but are concerned about costs, we've got you covered! Here are some practical tips to help you create a beautiful aquarium without breaking the bank. Choosing Your Aquarium Size Matters! Opt for a smaller aquarium to reduce costs on equipment and materials. Larger tanks require more expensive equipment such as larger heaters and filtration and materials like wood, rocks, soil, and plants.   All-in-One Aquariums Some options are good quality, but many come with subpar equipment. We recommend...

How do I Choose the Right Substrate for my Aquascape? Choosing the right substrate for your aquarium largely depends on your planting goals.  If you plan to incorporate stem plants, carpeting plants, or heavy root feeders, using aquasoil is advisable. This substrate provides essential nutrients that support healthy plant growth, regardless of whether you opt for a 'low-tech' or 'high-tech' setup. On the other hand, if you intend to focus primarily on epiphytic plants, you might consider using gravel or sand as your substrate. In this case, it’s important to add some fertiliser to your aquarium to ensure the plants receive...

Setting up an Aquascape - Start to Finish This comprehensive blog is designed to equip you with all the information necessary to confidently establish your first successful aquarium. We will cover all the essential considerations, provide expert tips, tricks, and discuss the pros and cons, ensuring that you feel confident to create and maintain your aquascape. Before you start, there are a few things to consider when setting up your aquarium, if you have already selected your 'aquarium hardware' you might want to skip this first part. Selecting your Aquarium Choosing an aquarium can be overwhelming due to the wide range...