Aquadeco Nature Soil black normal

Aquadeco Nature Soil black normal

  • Black substrate
  • Pre-fertilised, 100% natural
  • Decreases pH and KH
  • Can be used as filtermedium
  • Granule size: 4 - 5 mm
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Description

The black Nature Soil by Aquadeco is a 100% natural, pre-fertilised substrate which is a highly suitable equipment for plant-based and shrimp aquariums.
This form stable granulate supports better oxygen supply of plant roots and, since it does not densify, it is exellent for plants with bigger roots like Echinodorus. This feature also makes Nature Soil suitable for long-term use in aquariums. The soil binds impurities, provides a slightly acidic pH value and reduces the carbonate hardness (KH). Tropical fish, shrimps and plants that prefer acidic and soft water values will benefit from setting up the aquarium with Aquadeco Nature Soil. It can also be used as a filtermedium that supports reproduction of filterbacteria, bolstering the natural process that leads to reaching biological stability in the tank. Nature Soil by Aquadeco was developed especially for plant-based aquariums by order of aqua scaper Oliver Knott.
This substrate is not suited for scrabbling fish such as L-catfish, Corydoras and perch etc., because they can cause the soil to be agitated so much that the particles permanently cloud the water permanently.

Features

  • Grain-size 4 - 5 mm
  • Reduces the carbonate hardness and ensures a slightly acidic pH value
  • Ideal for all plants, fish and shrimps that require soft, slightly acidic water
  • Suitable for long-term aquariums
  • Can be used as filtermedium

Usage

  • Do not rinse before usage!
  • 4 cm high layer at least
  • Spread the soil evenly over the bottom of the aquarium
  • A higher background provides greater depth in appearence
  • After that, decorate as usual and put plants with tweezers
  • Weekly change at least 20% water

Product safety

Caution: Risk of ingestion

Warning notes:

  • The product is not suitable for consumption. Keep away from children to avoid ingestion.

General notes:

  • The granulate is specifically prepared for use in aquariums and lowers the pH level, promoting plant growth.

Handling notes:

  • Rinse thoroughly before use in the aquarium to remove impurities.

Aquadeco

Aquadeco has been a trusted supplier of natural aquarium and terrarium decorations since the late 1980s. The product range includes a wide variety of high-quality natural stones, woods, and other decorative materials sourced from around the world. By using modern processing techniques, such as shot blasting, Aquadeco ensures a consistently high quality standard.

Manufacturer information

Manufacturer
Name Andreas Meyer - Aquadeco
Street Kapuzinerplatz 5
City 80337 München
State Bayern
Country Deutschland
E-mail info@aquadeco.com
Website www.aquadeco.com

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General information

Item no.
576.0002.02
EAN 3602290006761
Weight 8,70 kg
Shipping weight 9,50 kg

Questions and answers about Aquadeco - Nature Soil - black normal

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I want to use the soil only as filter material, as a trial. Is it heavily pre-fertilized, and which nutrients does the soil absorb until it is saturated? Thank you in advance.
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Gert M.
Feb. 2024
Aquasabi Support
Feb. 2024
Soil can basically be used as filter material. However, it must always be kept in mind that soils for planted aquariums also release larger amounts of ammonium in the beginning, which leads to an elevated nitrite level or, in the worst case, is converted to ammonia if the pH value is too high. Both nitrite and ammonia would be harmful to the aquarium's inhabitants and can even lead to the death of animals. The advantages as a filter medium are the temporary water-softening effect and the large surface area for bacteria to colonize. The soil should always be placed in the filter in a filter bag. However, since soil does not stay permanently stable in shape, an increased release of particles from the external filter can also occur, which then causes cloudy water. Soils can not only release nutrients but in some cases also bind them in large amounts. Above all, micronutrients and other cations (potassium, calcium, magnesium) are bound by the soils. With some soils (primarily unfertilized soils for shrimp aquariums), increased binding of phosphate can also occur. All in all, we would not recommend using it in an external filter, as uncontrollable changes in the water parameters are to be expected. A reduction in water hardness can be achieved much more easily with, for example, a reverse osmosis system, which would also always provide constant conditions. The release of humic substances and fulvic acids from the soil would be a positive property, but this can also be done in a more controlled way with suitable products.
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Steffen S.
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12th October 2022
Aquadeco - Nature Soil - black normal - 10 l
Aquadeco - Nature Soil - black normal - 10 l

Inexpensive if you care a bit more about getting more for your money. As for the soil, I have to say it lowers the water parameters a bit more slowly than others.

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Gutes Soil

Preiswert wenn man etwas mehr darauf bedacht ist mehr für sein Geld zu bekommen. Zum Soil muss ich sagen es reduziert etwas langsamer die Wasserwerte wie andere.

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