{"title":"Red Plants","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"red-flame-sword","title":"Red Flame Sword","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColorful leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed flame sword is a very impactful aquarium plant that is easy to grow. It can have green, red, or bronze-colored leaves, creating an interesting and eye-catching spotted pattern. Medium lighting or higher would be ideal for this plant to thrive. Red flame sword plants can get quite large if left untrimmed and therefore look impressive as a background plant in larger aquariums or even a center piece plant in nano tanks. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eEchinodorus  \u003c\/em\u003esp. 'red flame' or \u003cem\u003eEchinodorus \u003c\/em\u003eRed Flame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dvDNH\"\u003eOrigins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dvDNH\"\u003e Hybrid of \u003cem\u003eEchinodorus schlueteri\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eE. barthii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEasy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Background\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium Light 20-35 PAR \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(click to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/the-easy-range\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" title=\"Root Tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"Easy Green\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/the-easy-range\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Trim off side shoots and replant\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Red Flame Sword\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to push the roots of the sword deeply into the substrate until they are completely buried. Pull out the plant slightly so that the crown (i.e., the base of the plant where all the leaves come out) is not covered with substrate.\u003cbr\u003e4. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the plant at an angle or wrap a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the plant to keep it anchored.\u003cbr\u003e5. Make sure to add lots of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" rel=\"null noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eroot tabs\u003c\/a\u003e if you’re using inert substrate or if your nutrient-rich substrate is depleted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Care for Red Flame Sword Aquarium Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Red flame sword plant care is very easy, so start by using medium lighting between 20-35 PAR. \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my new sword plant melting? Sword plants are sometimes known to experience melting when they suddenly move to a new environment. To help the plant recover faster and grow new leaves that are accustomed to your water parameters, leave the roots planted in the ground and make sure to provide nutrient-rich planted tank substrate or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/plant-supplies\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" title=\"Root Tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my red flame sword turning brown after it was growing so well? Sword plants absorb lots of nutrients from the ground, so it may be a nutrient deficiency. If the larger, outer leaves are yellowing and dying after a couple of months, please add more \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eroot tabs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e— How to trim red flame sword: If the sword plant has dying or melting leaves, cut them off at the base of the leaf.\u003cbr\u003e— Note: Bristlenose plecos and other plecos have been known to eat sword plants, so watch out for this if you see holes in the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Red Flame Sword\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSword plants reproduce by sending out a horizontal runner with a little plantlet at the end. The plantlet will sprout its own leaves and roots that grow into the ground. You can cut off the plantlet and re-plant it in a different location.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":25179631368,"sku":"25179631368","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/red-flame-sword-6415902.jpg?v=1766095153"},{"product_id":"ammannia-gracilis","title":"Ammannia Gracilis","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVibrant red to green gradient\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTall stem plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium to high lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAmmannia gracilis \u003c\/em\u003eis a stem plant that requires high light and CO2 to show vibrant red and pink colors. It can also thrive under medium light but may retain a more yellow to green color. In its underwater form, \u003cem\u003eAmmannia gracilis \u003c\/em\u003eproduces thin, elongated, pointed leaves that help provide shelter for fish and fry. As a fast-growing plant, it can reach \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eover 10 inches tall and therefore does well as a background plant. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eAmmannia gracilis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative To:\u003c\/strong\u003e West Africa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Medium\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Middle to Background\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to High Light 20-50+ PAR \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(click to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not required but preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-iron\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Iron supplement\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Trim stems and replant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Ammania Gracilis Aquarium Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to plant each stem deeply, at least 2 to 3 inches into the ground, which means the substrate may cover some of the bottom leaves.\u003cbr\u003e4. Don’t plant the stem plants all in a single bunch but rather individually with a little space between so that the roots have some room to grow.\u003cbr\u003e5. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the stem at an angle or wrap a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the stem to keep them anchored. If the stems have no roots, some people will float them at the surface until they develop roots and then plant them into the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Care for\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eAmmannia Gracilis\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cem\u003eAmmania gracilis\u003c\/em\u003e care is fairly easy, so start by using medium to high lighting between 20-50+ PAR to prevent \"leggy\" stems (where the bottom portion of the plant starts dropping leaves). \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003eAmmannia gracilis \u003c\/em\u003eplant melting? This stem plant is grown out of the water at the farm. Once the plants arrive to us, we begin the process of converting them to their underwater form. The plant you receive may be half-converted and still need time to adjust to life under water. To help speed up the transition, provide plenty of light and nutrients to encourage new leaves to sprout as the old leaves melt away. Consider floating the stems at the surface until it grows more roots and can be easily planted into the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003eAmmania gracilis\u003c\/em\u003e turning yellow or brown? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate. \u003cbr\u003e— How to trim \u003cem\u003eAmmania gracilis\u003c\/em\u003e: If the plant is too tall or the bottom half of the stem has lost its leaves, prune off the top portion and replant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eAmmannia Gracilis\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStem plants can be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant and replanting it in another location. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":27575175880,"sku":"P010","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/ammannia-gracilis-6780234.jpg?v=1766095151"},{"product_id":"cryptocoryne-wendtii","title":"Cryptocoryne Wendtii Red","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBronze to red color\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to grow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCryptocoryne wendtii\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the most common plants within the aquarium trade. It quickly became quite popular due to its hardiness, ease of care, and low light requirements. This medium-sized crypt has ruffled, pointed leaves that are bronze to red in color. \u003cem\u003eC. wendtii\u003c\/em\u003e will reach a height of around 8 inches, making it an excellent midground plant in your aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e C\u003cem\u003eryptocoryne wendtii\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative To: \u003c\/strong\u003eAsia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e E\u003c\/span\u003easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Midground\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low Light 10-20 PAR \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(click to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/the-easy-range\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" title=\"Root Tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"Easy Green\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/the-easy-range\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eTrim plantlet from runner or side shoot and replant\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Cryptocoryne Wendtii Red\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to push the roots of the crypt deeply into the substrate until they are completely buried. Pull out the plant slightly so that the crown (i.e., the base of the plant where all the leaves come out) is not covered with substrate.\u003cbr\u003e4. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the plant at an angle or wrap a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the plant to keep it anchored.\u003cbr\u003e5. Make sure to add lots of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" rel=\"null noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eroot tabs\u003c\/a\u003e if you’re using inert substrate or if your nutrient-rich substrate is depleted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Cryptocoryne Wendtii Red\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cem\u003eCryptocoryne wendtii red \u003c\/em\u003ecare is very easy, so start by using low lighting between 10-20 PAR. \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my new cryptocoryne melting? Crypt plants are known to experience \"crypt melt\" where the leaves may melt when suddenly moved to a new environment. To help the plant recover faster and grow new leaves that are accustomed to your water parameters, leave the roots planted in the ground and make sure to provide nutrient-rich planted tank substrate or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/plant-supplies\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" title=\"Root Tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003eCryptocoryne wendtii 'Red' \u003c\/em\u003eturning yellow after it was growing so well? Crypt plants absorb lots of nutrients from the ground, so it may be a nutrient deficiency. If the leaves are yellowing and dying after a couple of months, please add more \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eroot tabs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e— How to trim red \u003cem\u003eCryptocoryne wendtii\u003c\/em\u003e: If the crypt plant has dying or melting leaves, cut them off at the base of the leaf.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Cryptocoryne Wendtii Red\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrypt plants can reproduce in aquariums by sending out a horizontal runner with a little plantlet at the end or growing little nodes off the side of the original plant. The plantlet will sprout its own leaves and roots that grow into the ground. You can cut off the runner or gently split off the plantlet node from the parent plant. Then the plantlet can be replanted in a different location.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28254375304,"sku":"28254375304","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/cryptocoryne-wendtii-red-8562794.jpg?v=1766095149"},{"product_id":"red-melon-sword","title":"Red Melon Sword","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed and green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide leaves for shelter\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed melon sword is an easy plant with a striking appearance. As per its common name, this plant will produce vibrant red and green foliage. It does well as a background plant in aquascaping and can serve as a centerpiece in smaller aquariums due to its eye-catching appearance. Its big, rounded leaves provide a nice, shady place for fish to take shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eEchinodorus osiris\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003eEchinodorus \u003c\/em\u003e'Barthii'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hybrid of \u003cem\u003eEchinodorus \u003c\/em\u003espp. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level: \u003c\/strong\u003eEasy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement: \u003c\/strong\u003eBackground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light: \u003c\/strong\u003eLow to Medium Light 10-35 PAR (\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Root Tabs\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/the-easy-range\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/the-easy-range\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" title=\"Easy Green\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Trim off side shoots and replant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Red Melon Sword Aquarium Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to push the roots of the sword deeply into the substrate until they are completely buried. Pull out the plant slightly so that the crown (i.e., the base of the plant where all the leaves come out) is not covered with substrate.\u003cbr\u003e4. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the plant at an angle or wrap a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the plant to keep it anchored.\u003cbr\u003e5. Make sure to add lots of \u003ca rel=\"null noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eroot tabs\u003c\/a\u003e if you’re using inert substrate or if your nutrient-rich substrate is depleted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Care for Red Melon Sword Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Red melon sword plant care is very easy, so start by using low to medium lighting between 10-35 PAR. \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my new sword plant melting? Sword plants are sometimes known to experience melting when they suddenly move to a new environment. To help the plant recover faster and grow new leaves that are accustomed to your water parameters, leave the roots planted in the ground and make sure to provide nutrient-rich planted tank substrate or \u003ca title=\"Root Tabs\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/plant-supplies\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my red melon sword turning brown after it was growing so well? Sword plants absorb lots of nutrients from the ground, so it may be a nutrient deficiency. If the larger, outer leaves are yellowing and dying after a couple of months, please add more \u003ca href=\"\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eroot tabs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e— How to trim red melon sword: If the sword plant has dying or melting leaves, cut them off at the base of the leaf.\u003cbr\u003e— Note: Bristlenose plecos and other plecos have been known to eat sword plants, so watch out for this if you see holes in the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Red Melon Sword\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSword plants reproduce by sending out a horizontal runner with a little plantlet at the end. The plantlet will sprout its own leaves and roots that grow into the ground. You can cut off the plantlet and re-plant it in a different location.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":27839883464,"sku":"27839883464","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/red-melon-sword-9216135.jpg?v=1766095097"},{"product_id":"scarlet-temple","title":"Scarlet Temple","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePink to red color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStem plant for midground or background\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced level care\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScarlet temple is a vibrant stem plant that features pink- to red-colored leaves, making it really stand out amongst green aquarium plants. When given high lighting, deeper reds and purple tints can even be seen from this plant. It does well as a midground to background plant as it can be trimmed short or grown out a bit taller. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlternanthera reineckii\u003c\/em\u003e var 'Roseafolia'\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative To: \u003c\/strong\u003eSouth\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eAmerica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Medium\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Midground or background\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirement: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium to High Light 20-50+ PAR (\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/plant-supplies\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" title=\"Easy Green\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-iron\" title=\"Easy Iron\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Iron supplement\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Trim stems and replant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Alternanthera Reineckii \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to plant each stem deeply, at least 2 to 3 inches into the ground, which means the substrate may cover some of the bottom leaves.\u003cbr\u003e4. Don’t plant the stem plants all in a single bunch but rather individually with a little space between so that the roots have some room to grow.\u003cbr\u003e5. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the stem at an angle or wrap a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the stem to keep them anchored. If the stems have no roots, some people will float them at the surface until they develop roots and then plant them into the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Scarlet Temple Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlternanthera reineckii\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecare requires medium skill level, so start by using medium to high lighting between 20-50+ PAR to prevent \"leggy\" stems (where the bottom portion of the plant starts dropping leaves). Also, add low to medium amounts of CO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003egas. \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlternanthera reineckii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003emelting? This stem plant is grown out of the water at the farm. Once the plants arrive to us, we begin the process of converting them to their underwater form. The plant you receive may be half-converted and still need time to adjust to life under water. To help speed up the transition, provide plenty of light and nutrients to encourage new leaves to sprout as the old leaves melt away. Consider floating the stems at the surface until it grows more roots and can be easily planted into the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlternanthera reineckii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eturning yellow or brown? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate, and add \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-iron\" title=\"Easy Iron\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Iron supplement\u003c\/a\u003e in high tech planted environments. \u003cbr\u003e— How to trim \u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlternanthera reineckii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: If the plant is too tall or the bottom half of the stem has lost its leaves, prune off the top portion and replant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Alternanthera Reineckii \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStem plants can be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant and replanting it in another location. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":27851881864,"sku":"27851881864","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/ST.jpg?v=1787673437"},{"product_id":"dwarf-aquarium-lily","title":"Red Dwarf Aquarium Lily Bulb","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to grow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColorful red leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-growing once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dwarf aquarium lily is a unique plant with triangular-shaped leaves, which can be pink or red in color. It grows leaves under the water's surface, as well as lily pads that reach up to the surface. The dwarf aquarium lily can thrive even under low light and provides a beautiful pop of color to any aquarium. It can grow relatively quickly once it gets established and will provide valuable shelter for fish, shrimp, and fry with its robust leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e Nymphaea stellata\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative To: \u003c\/strong\u003eIndia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEasy\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Background or centerpiece\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light: \u003c\/strong\u003eLow Light 10-20 PAR \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(click to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e N\u003c\/span\u003eone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/the-easy-range\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" title=\"Root Tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/the-easy-range\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" title=\"Easy Green\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Remove side shoots and replant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Dwarf Aquarium Lily Bulb\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. P\u003cspan\u003elace the bulb on top of the substrate so that the leaves are oriented upwards.\u003c\/span\u003e and then the plant will send roots down into the substrate. Do not bury the bulb, or else the plant may rot and eventually die.\u003cbr\u003e4. \u003cspan\u003eIf the bulb starts floating, you can either wait for it to sink or place it loosely under a piece of hardscape to keep it weighed down.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5. The plant may come with a few small leaves. However, the leaves are delicate, and it is common for them to be damaged in transit. More leaves will grow about 7–10 days after being planted in an aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Dwarf Aquarium Lily \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Dwarf lily aquarium care is very easy, so start by using low lighting between 10-20 PAR. \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my red dwarf aquarium lily losing its leaves? \u003cspan\u003eIf your plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so add more \u003ca href=\"\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e into the ground. Also, measure the nitrate level using a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Dose with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e— How to trim dwarf water lily aquarium: If the plant has dying or melting leaves, cut them off at the base of the stem closest to the bulb or ground.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Dwarf Aquarium Lily\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce it becomes well-established, the lily may start to produce small side shoots or plantlets from the base of the original plant. \u003cspan\u003eThe plantlet will sprout its own leaves and roots that grow into the ground. \u003c\/span\u003eGently remove the side shoot from the parent plant and \u003cspan\u003ereplant it in a different location.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":19575494803525,"sku":"19575494803525","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/red-dwarf-aquarium-lily-bulb-1609357.jpg?v=1766095087"},{"product_id":"tiger-lotus-bulb-only","title":"Tiger Lotus Bulb","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColorful, patterned leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows lily pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiger lotus is just a beautiful plant with reddish-green to deep red leaves that have darker spots that are often purplish in color. When given medium light and plenty of nutrients, this plant will thrive. As it grows, tiger lotus plants will display its large leaves below the surface of the water while simultaneously sending lily pads up to reach the surface. It does well as a midground to background plant, but because it is so impactful, it can make a great standalone plant as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e Nymphaea zenkeri \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative To:\u003c\/strong\u003e Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Medium\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Midground to background\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium Light 20-35 PAR \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(click to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e N\u003c\/span\u003eone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/the-easy-range\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" title=\"Root Tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/the-easy-range\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" title=\"Easy Green\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Remove side bulbs and replant\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Tiger Lotus Bulbs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. P\u003cspan\u003elace the bulb on top of the substrate or about halfway buried.\u003c\/span\u003e and then the plant will send roots down into the substrate. Do not bury the bulb, or else the plant may rot and eventually die.\u003cbr\u003e4. \u003cspan\u003eIf the bulb starts floating, you can either wait for it to sink or place it loosely under a piece of hardscape to keep it weighed down.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5. The plant may come with a few small leaves. However, the leaves are delicate, and it is common for them to be damaged in transit. More leaves will grow about 7–14 days after being planted in an aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Tiger Lotus in Aquarium\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Red tiger lotus care requires medium skill level, so start by using medium lighting between 20-35 PAR. \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my red tiger lotus losing its leaves? \u003cspan\u003eIf your plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so add more \u003ca href=\"\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e into the ground. Also, measure the nitrate level using a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Dose with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e— How to trim tiger lotus: If the plant has dying or melting leaves, cut them off at the base of the stem closest to the bulb or ground.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Tiger Lotus\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eO\u003c\/i\u003ence it becomes well-established, the lotus may start to produce small side shoots or plantlets from the base of the original plant. \u003cspan\u003eThe plantlet will sprout its own leaves and roots that grow into the ground. \u003c\/span\u003eGently remove the side bulb from the parent plant and \u003cspan\u003ereplant it in a different location.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29485958627397,"sku":"29485958627397","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/tiger-lotus-bulb-3957189.jpg?v=1766094975"},{"product_id":"ludwigia-repens","title":"Ludwigia Repens 'Red'","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen and red leaves with an oblong shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTall background or floating stem plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for medium to high light planted tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLudwigia Red is a lovely stem plant that can grow both green and red oblong-shaped leaves. In high lighting, the leaves at the top of the plant start growing pinkish-red to deep red, creating a unique ombre effect. Give it plenty of light and liquid fertilizer for faster growth and vibrant coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ci\u003eLudwigia repens\u003c\/i\u003e 'Red'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative to:\u003c\/strong\u003e North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground, background, or floating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium to High Light 20-50+ PAR (\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low to none\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eTrim stems and replant\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Ludwigia Repens in Aquarium\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to plant each stem deeply, at least 2 to 3 inches into the ground, which means the substrate may cover some of the bottom leaves.\u003cbr\u003e4. Don’t plant the stem plants all in a single bunch but rather individually with a little space between so that the roots have some room to grow.\u003cbr\u003e5. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the stem at an angle or wrap a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the stem to keep them anchored. If the stems have no roots, some people will float them at the surface until they develop roots and then plant them into the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Ludwigia Repens\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cem\u003eLudwigia repens \u003c\/em\u003ecare is fairly easy, so start by using medium to high lighting between 20-50+ PAR to prevent \"leggy\" stems (where the bottom portion of the plant starts dropping leaves). \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003eLudwigia repens\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003emelting? This stem plant is grown out of the water at the farm. Once the plants arrive to us, we begin the process of converting them to their underwater form. The plant you receive may be half-converted and still need time to adjust to life under water. To help speed up the transition, provide plenty of light and nutrients to encourage new leaves to sprout as the old leaves melt away. Consider floating the stems at the surface until it grows more roots and can be easily planted into the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003eLudwigia repens\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eturning yellow? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate. \u003cbr\u003e— How to trim \u003cem\u003eLudwigia repens\u003c\/em\u003e: If the plant is too tall or the bottom half of the stem has lost its leaves, prune off the top portion and replant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Ludwigia Repens\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStem plants can be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant and replanting it in another location. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40620237946949,"sku":"P006","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/ludwigia-repens-red-8990198.jpg?v=1766094909"},{"product_id":"rotala-hra","title":"Rotala H’ra","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrange-pink coloration in high light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeathery, pine-needle-like texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat stem plant for high tech planted tanks \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRotala h'ra is a popular stem plant because of its gorgeous, sunset hues of orange, pink, and red under high lighting. Plus, its feathery, thin leaves provide an interesting texture to the midground or background of the tank. Give it plenty of light, nutrients, and CO2, and it will reward you with vibrant coloration and creeping growth via side shoots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ci\u003eRotala\u003c\/i\u003e 'H'ra' or \u003cem\u003eRotala rotundifolia\u003c\/em\u003e 'H'ra'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative to:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vietnam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground to background\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium to High Light 20-50+ PAR (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Medium\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim stems or side shoots and replant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: when you first receive the plant, the leaves were grown out of water and may have round, coin-like leaves (seen in the first and second photo). These leaves will melt back so the plant can produce new leaves that are grown underwater, which looks like short pine needles (seen in the third photo).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Rotala H’ra Aquarium Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to plant each stem deeply, at least 2 to 3 inches into the ground, which means the substrate may cover some of the bottom leaves.\u003cbr\u003e4. Don’t plant the stem plants all in a single bunch but rather individually with a little space between so that the roots have some room to grow.\u003cbr\u003e5. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the stem at an angle or wrap a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the stem to keep them anchored. If the stems have no roots, some people will float them at the surface until they develop roots and then plant them into the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Rotala H’ra\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Rotala h’ra\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ecare requires medium skill level, so start by using medium to high lighting between 20-50+ PAR to prevent \"leggy\" stems (where the bottom portion of the plant starts dropping leaves). Also, add medium amounts of CO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003egas.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my rotala h’ra\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003emelting? This stem plant is grown out of the water at the farm and may have round, coin-like leaves. Once the plants arrive to us, we begin the process of converting them to their underwater form, which have leaves that look like short pine needles. The plant you receive may be half-converted and still need time to adjust to life under water. To help speed up the transition, provide plenty of light and nutrients to encourage new leaves to sprout as the old leaves melt away. Consider floating the stems at the surface until it grows more roots and can be easily planted into the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my rotala h’ra\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eturning yellow or brown? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate. \u003cbr\u003e— How to trim rotala h’ra: If the plant is too tall or the bottom half of the stem has lost its leaves, prune off the top portion and replant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Rotala H’ra\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStem plants can be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant and replanting it in another location. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40620239159365,"sku":"P538","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/rotala-hra-2426239.jpg?v=1766094909"},{"product_id":"hygrophila-pinnatifida-tissue-culture","title":"Hygrophila Pinnatifida Tissue Culture","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique stem plant with serrated leaves\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed coloration develops under high lighting\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% clean with no algae, duckweed, or snails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHygrophila pinnatifida\u003c\/em\u003e is a favorite plant commonly used in aquascaping and high tech aquariums. Its narrow, serrated leaves change from green to red under stronger lighting. It also has the unique flexibility to grow it either in the substrate or attached to rock or driftwood. This stem plant has a moderate growth rate and generally reaches 6–16 inches (15–40 cm) tall and 4–8 inches (10–20 cm) wide. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHygrophila pinnatifida\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative To:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eIndia\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground, background, or attached to hardscape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium to High Light 20-50+ PAR \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(click to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement: \u003c\/strong\u003eLow to medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca title=\"Easy Green\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/the-easy-range\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green\u003c\/a\u003e liquid fertilizer and \u003ca title=\"Root Tabs\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/the-easy-range\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e if planted in the substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Trim off the runners and replant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, the plant appearance can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Hygrophila Pinnatifida Aquarium Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Upon receiving the tissue culture plant, immediately open the container and rinse off any excess liquid from the roots.\u003cbr\u003e2. The plant can be planted as one single unit or gently separated into smaller plant clumps if there are multiple nodes.\u003cbr\u003e3. \u003cspan\u003eInsert each plantlet between cracks in the hardscape or more firmly attach them using a small dab of \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/super-glue-gel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esuper glue gel\u003c\/a\u003e. Alternatively, you can i\u003c\/span\u003ensert the plant into the substrate by using\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor your fingers so that the roots are completely buried but the leaves are above the substrate. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Hygrophila Pinnatifida\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cem\u003eHygrophila pinnatifida \u003c\/em\u003ecare requires medium skill level, so start by using medium to high lighting between 20-50+ PAR and add low to medium amounts of CO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003egas. \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003eHygrophila pinnatifida\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003emelting? This plant is grown out of the water at the farm and needs time to create new leaves that are used to living underwater. To help speed up the transition, provide plenty of light and nutrients to encourage new leaves to sprout as the old leaves melt away. Consider floating the stems at the surface until it grows more roots and can be easily planted into the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003eHygrophila pinnatifida\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eturning yellow? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate. \u003cbr\u003e— How to trim \u003cem\u003eHygrophila pinnatifida\u003c\/em\u003e: If the plant is too tall, prune off the top portion and replant it. Similarly, side shoots or runners can be trimmed off to create a nice and compact appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Hygrophila Pinnatifida\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHygrophila pinnatifida \u003c\/em\u003ecan be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant or any side shoots that appear. The cuttings can be replanted to propagate and spread the plant to multiple locations. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41055350587461,"sku":"051ATC","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/hygrophila-pinnatifida-tissue-culture-1499981.jpg?v=1766094845"},{"product_id":"red-rubin-sword","title":"Red Rubin Sword","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eStriking green, red, and bronze coloration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eLarge oblong leaves with deep veins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy background plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Rubin Sword is a beautiful alternative to the traditional Amazon sword because of its broad, oval leaves with green, red, and bronze coloration. Like other similar \u003cem\u003eEchinodorus\u003c\/em\u003e swords, this plant grows quite large and and is often used as a background or centerpiece plant for bigger aquariums. Provide medium light with plenty of root tabs or nutrient-rich substrate to encourage luscious, healthy growth. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eEchinodorus \"\u003c\/em\u003eRubin\" or \u003cem\u003eEchinodorus sp. Red Rubin\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dvDNH\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dvDNH\"\u003e Hybrid of \u003cem\u003eEchinodorus\u003c\/em\u003e spp. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEasy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Background\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium Light 20-35 PAR \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(click to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003enone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca title=\"Root Tabs\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/plant-supplies\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"Easy Green\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/plant-supplies\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim plantlet from runner and replant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Red Rubin Sword \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to push the roots of the sword deeply into the substrate until they are completely buried. Pull out the plant slightly so that the crown (i.e., the base of the plant where all the leaves come out) is not covered with substrate.\u003cbr\u003e4. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the plant at an angle or wrap a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the plant to keep it anchored.\u003cbr\u003e5. Make sure to add lots of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" rel=\"null noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eroot tabs\u003c\/a\u003e if you’re using inert substrate or if your nutrient-rich substrate is depleted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Care for Red Rubin Sword Plants\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Red rubin sword care is very easy, so start by using medium lighting between 20-35 PAR. \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my new sword plant melting? Sword plants are sometimes known to experience melting when they suddenly move to a new environment. To help the plant recover faster and grow new leaves that are accustomed to your water parameters, leave the roots planted in the ground and make sure to provide nutrient-rich planted tank substrate or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/plant-supplies\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" title=\"Root Tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my red rubin sword turning brown after it was growing so well? Sword plants absorb lots of nutrients from the ground, so it may be a nutrient deficiency. If the larger, outer leaves are yellowing and dying after a couple of months, please add more \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eroot tabs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e— How to trim red rubin sword: If the sword plant has dying or melting leaves, cut them off at the base of the leaf.\u003cbr\u003e— Note: Bristlenose plecos and other plecos have been known to eat sword plants, so watch out for this if you see holes in the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Red Rubin Sword\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSword plants reproduce by sending out a horizontal runner with a little plantlet at the end. The plantlet will sprout its own leaves and roots that grow into the ground. You can cut off the plantlet and re-plant it in a different location.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41819960311877,"sku":"810055292813","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/red-rubin-sword-5542930.jpg?v=1766094798"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/type_red-plants.oembed","provider":"Aquarium Co-Op","version":"1.0","type":"link"}