Easy Planter

Description

Natural-looking decor to hold potted plants Works in bare bottom tanks Keeps fish from digging up plants These rock-like planters great for setting up an easy aquascape. They allow you to move the plants as often as you want and keep fish from digging up your plants. They are especially great for goldfish and African cichlid tanks. There is a h ole in the bottom center of the decoration that allows plant roots to reach substrate. Decoration: 5.25 in L x 3.75 in W x 3 in H Plant hole: 2 in diameter x 3 in deep Recommended for: — Anubias — Ferns — Cryptocoryne plants — Grass-like plants (like dwarf sagittaria and vallisneria) — Bulb plants Not recommended for: — Mosses — Carpeting plants (with tiny leaves and weak roots) — Floating plants — Large sword plants — Stem plants Instructions: 1. Rinse the decoration in water (without soap) before using. 2. To keep the plant well-fed, place a root tab in the rock wool, either by 1) pushing it down the hole at the top of the rock wool or 2) opening the rock wool in half and placing the root tab at the bottom of the rock wool. 3. Once the root tab is inserted, put the plant with its plastic basket in the center of the Easy Planter and place the Easy Planter in the aquarium. Watch this demo video to see how it's done.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the Easy Planter worth the price?

A: Yes, the Easy Planter is a budget-friendly option priced at $14.99 USD. It offers a natural-looking design that helps organize aquascapes while protecting plants from digging fish, providing functional value for hobbyists looking to maintain clean, attractive aquarium displays without a significant investment.

Q: What is the size of the Easy Planter?

A: The Easy Planter measures 5.25 inches long, 3.75 inches wide, and 3 inches high. The internal plant hole features a 2-inch diameter and is 3 inches deep, designed specifically to hold plants in their plastic baskets securely within the rock-like decoration.

Q: Is the Easy Planter good for goldfish tanks?

A: Yes, the Easy Planter is great for goldfish and African cichlid tanks. Its rock-like, sturdy construction is specifically designed to keep fish from digging up your plants, allowing you to maintain an aquascape even with species known for rearranging aquarium decor.

Q: What plants work best in the Easy Planter?

A: The Easy Planter is recommended for Anubias, ferns, Cryptocoryne, bulb plants, and grass-like varieties such as dwarf sagittaria and vallisneria. It is not recommended for mosses, floating plants, large sword plants, stem plants, or carpeting plants that possess tiny leaves and weak root systems.

Q: How do you use the Easy Planter?

A: To use the Easy Planter, first rinse it in water without soap. Place a root tab into the plant's rock wool, insert the plant with its plastic basket into the center of the planter, and then place the entire decoration into your aquarium.

Q: Does the Easy Planter allow plant roots to reach substrate?

A: Yes, the Easy Planter features a hole in the bottom center of the decoration. This design specifically allows plant roots to grow through the bottom of the planter and reach the substrate, supporting better nutrient uptake and healthier plant growth within your aquarium.