In planted aquariums, the often overlooked yet crucial element of flow plays a pivotal role in creating a thriving and stunning nature aquarium. This video looks at the significance of flow, exploring its impact on everything from the health of aquatic flora to the overall well-being of the tank's inhabitants. Learn how to make your flow work for YOU!
Discover how to perfect water circulation within the planted tank, exploring the equipment available to help you get your flow on. From filters to powerheads, understanding the basics of flow lays the foundation for a successful planted tank.
Learn how to harness flow to create an environment conducive to robust plant growth. Last but certainly no least, it's important to understand how flow impacts livestock. Which fish like high levels of flow and who can suffer from too much?
Chapters 📖
0:00 - Intro
0:17 - Filtration
1:27 - Suffocating plants
2:30 - Nutrient distribution and plant health
3:23 - Different circulation methods
4:25 - CO2 distribution
5:39 - Turnover vs flow
5:58 - Increasing flow, not turnover
6:40 - Increasing turnover, not flow
7:26 - Flow and livestock 🐟
Flow is strongly correlated to algae growth in the planted aquarium. If your flow is optimized but you're still struggling with algae, be sure to check out my algae guide playlist. ⬇️
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-Rl-l4CTYyrUoVRXIoviusBx-ZITaI46
Looking for a tutorial on how all the elements of a planed aquarium tie together? Check out some of my build videos for an in depth look at what it takes to set up a thriving planted aquarium! From aesthetic components of aquascaping to all the essential equipment ⬇️
Low tech tank - https://youtu.be/aCVchNTeOzA
High tech tank - https://youtu.be/5omPj00sNGU
As you travel down the of creating a planted aquarium, remember that flow is not just a current—it's a symphony. By unlocking the secrets of flow, you'll witness your aquatic world come alive, with plants swaying gracefully and fish navigating a lush underwater garden. Find the perfect balance, and let the dance of water up your planted aquarium game to a new level!
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