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Planted Tank Fertilizer Recommendations

Here are some fertilizers that I recommend for a planted tank from reputable companies. Do have a look at how the type of fertilizer can affect your tank in this video:

https://youtu.be/SjE95TNQnSQ

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Tropiscape Aquatics
Tropiscape Aquatics
30th March 2024 in pets
Planted Tank Fertilizer Recommendations
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APT 1/ Zero

Brand
2HR Aquarist
Fertilizer Type
  • Lean
Price (in USD. Per 500ml)
$30.00
Sizes (in ml)
100, 300, 500, 1000
All-In-One
APT 1/ Zero

This is a leaner version of APT-3. This would be used in low-tech tanks or for tanks with a high bio-load and low plant mass. Also, suitable for tanks that want to push for more red colouration in their plants.

APT 3

Brand
2HR Aquarist
Fertilizer Type
  • In-Between
Price (in USD. Per 500ml)
$30.00
Sizes (in ml)
100, 300, 500, 1000
All-In-One
APT 3

My current fertilizer that I use. Works well for all types of aquascapes no matter the bio load or plant mass.

APT e

Brand
2HR Aquarist
Fertilizer Type
  • E.I
Price (in USD. Per 500ml)
$24.00
Sizes (in ml)
300, 500, 1000
All-In-One
APT e

Great AIO fertilizer that utilizes the Estimative Index dosing system! Please do your weekly 50%+ water changes.

Thrive S

Brand
NilocG
Fertilizer Type
  • In-Between
Price (in USD. Per 500ml)
$29.00
Sizes (in ml)
500, 2000, 4000
All-In-One
Thrive S

Shrimp safe AIO fertilizer.

Thrive C

Brand
NilocG
Fertilizer Type
  • Lean
Price (in USD. Per 500ml)
$29.00
Sizes (in ml)
500, 2000, 4000
All-In-One
Thrive C

AIO fertilizer made for Low-Tech aquariums. To my knowledge, this does not utilize the EI method.

Specialized Fertilizer

Brand
Tropica
Fertilizer Type
  • E.I
Price (in USD. Per 500ml)
$31.69
Sizes (in ml)
300
All-In-One
Specialized Fertilizer

Great overall fertilizer from the well known company, Tropica.

From the Tropica website: The fertilizer is particularly suitable where plants display a lack of nutrition. However, note that if algae growth starts, Specialised Nutrition will promote this growth.

Premium Nutrition

Brand
Tropica
Fertilizer Type
  • Lean
Price (in USD. Per 500ml)
$15.00
Sizes (in ml)
300
All-In-One
Premium Nutrition

Similar to APT 1 but from Tropica.

How To Use Guide:

https://tropica.com/en/plant-care/liquid-fertilisers/premium-nutrition

Flourish

Brand
Seachem
Fertilizer Type
  • Lean
Price (in USD. Per 500ml)
$15.00
Sizes (in ml)
50, 250, 2000, 4000
All-In-One
Flourish

The base fertilizer supplement for the Seachem Flourish line up.

Flourish Advance

Brand
Seachem
Fertilizer Type
  • Lean
Price (in USD. Per 500ml)
$15.00
Sizes (in ml)
50, 250, 2000, 4000
All-In-One
Flourish Advance

Contains elements not found in the basic Seachem Flourish fertilizer.

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