Langa Planted Aquarium Soil

Langa Planted Aquarium Soil

Langa Planted Aquarium Soil is a nutrient-rich planted aquarium substrate for hobbyists who want a balanced foundation for aquatic plants. It blends natural earth with organic elements and keeps the water weakly acidic, which suits many planted tanks, whether you are starting a new setup or rebuilding an existing one.

What It Is
This premium soil mixture is made for aquatic plants. It is produced through a specific process that combines natural soil with organic elements. The result is a substrate rich in essential nutrients and natural organic acids, giving your plants a well-balanced environment to grow in.

Key Benefits

• Nutrient-rich formulation that feeds your plants from the substrate, supporting lush growth and the overall look of the aquascape.
• Maintains weakly acidic water with a pH lower than 7.00, creating conditions that suit many species of aquatic plants and fish.
• Long-lasting bead shape. The soil keeps its structure for approximately five years, depending on the livestock and plants you keep. This means long-term stability and less need to replace or adjust the substrate.
• Plant nourishment for 6-24 months, depending on your liquid fertilising routine and how often you do water changes.
• Absorbs tannins from the water column, helping keep the water clear and improving visibility in the tank.
• Contains live bacteria that are beneficial for cycling new tanks. These can speed up the nitrogen cycle and help a new aquarium get off to a healthy start.

Suitable For

• Planted aquariums, as a substrate designed specifically for aquatic plants.
• New tank setups where you want to kick-start the nitrogen cycle with beneficial bacteria.
• Aquarists who want clearer water with less tannin discolouration.
• Planted tanks stocked with plants and fish that do well in weakly acidic water.

Compatibility
The soil keeps water at a pH below 7.00, so it works best with plants and fish that thrive in weakly acidic conditions. How long the beads hold their shape depends on the type of livestock and plants in your tank. How long the nutrients last depends on your liquid fertilising routine and water change frequency.

Specifications

• Type: planted aquarium soil made from natural earth and organic elements
• Water pH: weakly acidic, lower than 7.00
• Bead shape retention: approximately five years, depending on livestock and plants
• Plant nutrient supply: 6-24 months, depending on liquid fertilising routine and water change frequency
• Contains live bacteria for cycling new tanks

Frequently Asked Questions

Will Langa Planted Aquarium Soil change my water pH?
Yes. It keeps the water weakly acidic, with a pH lower than 7.00. Check that your plants and fish suit these conditions before you set up.

How long does the soil last?
The beads keep their shape for approximately five years, depending on the type of livestock and plants you keep.

How long will it feed my plants?
It provides nourishment for 6-24 months. The actual time depends on your liquid fertilising routine and how often you do water changes.

Can it help me cycle a new aquarium?
It contains live bacteria that are beneficial for cycling new tanks. These can speed up the nitrogen cycle and give a new tank a healthier start.

Does it help with brown, tannin-stained water?
The soil absorbs tannins from the water column. This helps keep the water clear and improves visibility in your aquarium.

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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