ADA Aqua Soil Amazonia ver 2

ADA Aqua Soil Amazonia ver 2

ADA Aqua Soil Amazonia ver 2 is a natural black-soil aquarium substrate from ADA. It boosts the growth of aquatic plants and helps keep water quality suitable for planted tanks. It works for South African aquarists at every level, whether you are building your first planted aquarium or setting up another aquascape.

Amazonia Version 2 is made from black soil and includes Amazonia Supplement to enrich nutrients. It gives plant roots a fertile, natural base and makes the colour of your plants' leaves stand out. It is a strong choice for anyone aiming to create a lush, healthy Nature Aquarium, the planted style that ADA is known for worldwide.

Key Benefits

• Better plant growth: Designed to enhance the growth of aquatic plants, so carpets, stem plants and foreground species have a nutrient-rich soil to root into.
• Suitable water quality: Natural soils make the water suitable for both aquatic plants and tropical fish.
• Easier start-up: Makes it easier to maintain an aquarium in the initial stage, which is often the most delicate period of a new planted tank.
• Black-soil base: Uses black soil as its raw material, giving a dark backdrop that makes the leaf colour of your plants stand out.
• Nutrient enrichment: Includes Amazonia Supplement to enrich nutrients in the substrate.
• Nature Aquarium results: Using Amazonia Ver.2 with Amazonia Supplement helps plants grow better and makes a beautiful Nature Aquarium achievable.
• For every skill level: Easy enough for beginners and trusted by veterans, so it can be used widely across the hobby.

How to Use

• Add an appropriate amount of Amazonia Supplement to the base of the aquarium.
• Lay Amazonia Ver.2 over it to form your planting substrate.
• Plant your aquascape and fill the tank. Plants rooted in this combination grow better, giving you the foundation for a beautiful Nature Aquarium.

Suitable For

• Freshwater planted aquariums and Nature Aquarium-style aquascapes
• Aquariums housing tropical fish alongside aquatic plants
• Beginners setting up their first planted tank
• Experienced aquarists and aquascapers looking for a reliable plant substrate

Specifications

• Brand: ADA
• Product type: Aqua Soil aquarium plant substrate
• Version: Amazonia Ver.2
• Raw material: Black soil
• Colour: Black
• Includes: Amazonia Supplement to enrich nutrients

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ADA Amazonia ver 2 suitable for a beginner's planted tank?
Yes. It makes an aquarium easier to maintain in the initial stage and helps keep water quality suitable for plants and tropical fish. That is why it is used by everyone from beginners to veterans.

Can I keep tropical fish in a tank with Amazonia Ver.2?
Yes. Its natural soils make the water quality suitable for both aquatic plants and tropical fish, so it suits community planted aquariums.

What is Amazonia Supplement and why use it?
Amazonia Supplement enriches nutrients in the substrate. Adding an appropriate amount before laying Amazonia Ver.2 helps aquatic plants grow better.

Why is the soil black?
Amazonia Ver.2 uses black soil as its raw material. The dark colour contrasts with the leaf colour of aquatic plants, making greens and reds stand out in your aquascape.

Which size should I choose?
This substrate is offered in several pack sizes. Choose based on your tank's footprint and the substrate depth you want for your layout, and use the variant selector to compare the options available.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
• Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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