Glassware for Aquariums: A Beginner’s Guide to Glass Lily Pipes When setting up a beautifully planted aquarium, it's easy to get swept up in choosing fish, plants, and lighting. But behind every thriving aquascape is a system of carefully chosen tools and one of the most elegant and effective is the glass lily pipe. This sleek piece of equipment not only improves the dispurtion of water flow of water in your tank but also enhances the overall look of your setup. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned aquascaper, understanding the role of glass lily pipes can take your aquarium...

Shrimp Pro Foods: The Best Nutrition for Your Freshwater Shrimp When it comes to keeping your shrimp healthy and vibrant, providing the right nutrition is key. Shrimp Pro Foods have gained popularity among aquarists for their high-quality, specially formulated diets that cater to the specific needs of freshwater shrimp, such as Cherry Shrimp, Amano Shrimp, and Crystal Red Shrimp. Why Choose Shrimp Pro Foods? Shrimp Pro Foods are designed by shrimp lovers and have a range of food to enhance the natural colour, health, and breeding of nano shrimp. These foods often contain a mix of proteins, vitamins, minerals, and...

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....

Essential Aquascaping Tools: What Every Aquascaper Needs Aquascaping is both an art and a science. Creating stunning underwater landscapes takes patience, creativity, and the right tools. Whether you're new to the hobby or refining your technique, having a reliable set of core aquascaping tools is crucial for planting, trimming, and maintaining your aquarium layout. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the essential aquascaping tools every aquascaper or planted aquarium lover should have in their tool kit. 1. Aquascaping Scissors Scissors are a must-have for shaping and maintaining aquatic plants. There are 3 common types: Straight Scissors – Great for general...

Aquarium Fertilisers: All-in-One vs. Separate Nutrient Dosing – Which Is Right for You? Fertilising your planted aquarium is key to achieving healthy, vibrant plant growth and keeping algae at bay. But with so many fertiliser options on the market, one common question aquascapers ask is: Should I use an all-in-one fertiliser, or dose nutrients separately? In this post, we’ll break down both methods, explore the pros and cons, and help you choose the best approach based on your tank’s needs and your aquascaping goals. Why Do Aquarium Plants Need Fertiliser? Just like garden plants, aquatic plants require a steady supply...

Everything You Need to Know About ADA Fertilisers and Additives: A Complete Guide Why Fertilisers Matter in Planted Aquariums Aquatic plants, like all living plants, rely on a steady supply of nutrients to grow and stay healthy. In natural environments, these nutrients are constantly replenished through fish waste, decaying organic matter, and sediment. But in a closed aquarium—especially a high-tech, aquascaped tank—nutrient levels can quickly drop, leading to deficiencies, poor plant growth, and increased risk of algae. When you're running high lighting and injecting CO₂, the plants’ demand for nutrients rises significantly. This is where the concept of the Aquascaping...

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,...

ADA Solar RGB 2 Lets take a look at the highly anticipated release from ADA, the new Solar RGB II. The History of the Solar RGB Nearly nine years ago, ADA launched the revolutionary Solar RGB, a sleek and modern pendant light designed specifically for aquarium plants. Its primary focus on colour reproduction enhances the brightness and vividness of aquarium plants.  This sophisticated lighting unit quickly became iconic within the aquascaping hobby, as its design seamlessly incorporates functionality with aesthetics. Since then, it has gained a reputation as one of the most sought-after lights in the aquascaping community. ADA has...

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...

The New Biomaster 2 External Canister Filter The long-awaited upgrade to the highly popular Biomaster filter is finally here: introducing the new Biomaster 2! This enhancement has been in development for some time, with Oase carefully considering customer feedback to improve upon the already renowned first version of the Biomaster series which was released over 6 years ago! What is the Difference between the Oase Biomaster and the Biomaster 2? So what's new? It looks almost identical from the outside, but the internals are where the biggest difference has been made, so let's take a look! Increased Flow Rate The...

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...

Aquarium Plant Specialists - All about our UK Store  Welcome to Horizon Aquatics – Our store for all things aquascaping! Our passion lies in creating stunning planted aquariums, and every aspect of our store reflects that commitment. From carefully curated fish selections to top-of-the-line equipment, we offer everything you need to bring your aquatic vision to life. We're incredibly proud to have been recognised as the UK's best aquascape shop for three consecutive years, and we've also earned a spot in the top 40 general aquatic stores.  Let us Give you an Insight into what our Store is all About...

Horizon Aquarium Cabinets Did you know that we offer our own range of aquarium cabinets? As aquascaping enthusiasts, we understand that the beauty of your aquarium is not just in the tank itself, but also in how it is presented. That’s why we are excited to introduce our new range of aquarium cabinets, meticulously designed by aquascapers for aquascapers. These cabinets not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of your aquatic masterpiece but also provide practical benefits that make maintaining your aquarium a breeze.One of the most significant advantages of using a dedicated aquarium cabinet is the way it elevates the...

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...