Italian Val (Vallisneria spiralis) is a tall, grass-like background plant with long, ribbon-like leaves that sway gracefully in the current. Fast-growing and easy to care for, it’s ideal for adding vertical movement and natural cover to planted tanks.

• Light Level: Low to Medium (AquaSky or Fluval 3.0 suitable)
• Placement: Rooted in substrate
• Fertilization: Benefits from root tabs (Easy Root Tabs or Seachem Root Tabs) and liquid ferts like Easy Green
• CO₂: Not required
• Notes: Spreads quickly by runners—great for filling in background areas and creating a dense, natural look

Java Fern is a classic, hardy aquarium plant known for its broad green leaves and low-maintenance care. Perfect for beginners, it thrives when attached to wood or rock and adds natural structure to any aquascape.

• Light Level: Low to Medium (AquaSky or Fluval 3.0 suitable)
• Placement: Attach to driftwood or rock; do not bury rhizome in substrate
• Fertilization: Benefits from liquid ferts like Easy Green or Seachem Flourish
• CO₂: Not required
• Notes: Slow-growing and durable—great for shrimp tanks, low-tech setups, and shaded areas

Java Fern – 1/2 Mat is a hardy, low-maintenance plant pre-attached to a mesh mat, making it easy to add greenery to any aquarium. With long, textured green leaves, it's ideal for low-tech tanks and provides excellent cover for fish and shrimp.

• Light Level: Low to Medium (AquaSky or Fluval 3.0 suitable)
• Placement: Place directly on substrate or attach to hardscape—do not bury rhizome
• Fertilization: Benefits from liquid ferts like Easy Green or Seachem Flourish; no root tabs needed
• CO₂: Not required
• Notes: Grows slowly and reliably; great for beginners and shaded areas in community or shrimp tanks

Java Fern ‘Windelov’ is a decorative variety of Java Fern with finely branched, lace-like leaf tips that add texture and movement to planted tanks. Hardy and undemanding, it’s great for low-tech setups and thrives when attached to hardscape.

• Light Level: Low to Medium (AquaSky or Fluval 3.0 suitable)
• Placement: Attach to driftwood or rock; do not bury rhizome in substrate
• Fertilization: Benefits from liquid ferts like Easy Green or Seachem Flourish
• CO₂: Not required
• Notes: Slow-growing and easy to maintain—ideal for beginners, shrimp tanks, and shaded aquascapes

Java Moss is a hardy, fast-growing moss that thrives in nearly any aquarium setup. Sold in cups or loose portions, it can be attached to driftwood, rocks, or mesh to create lush carpets, walls, or natural-looking accents. Excellent for shrimp, fry, and low-tech tanks.

• Light Level: Low to Medium (AquaSky or Fluval 3.0 both work well)
• Placement: Attach to hardscape or leave loose; does not root in substrate
• Fertilization: Benefits from liquid ferts like Easy Green or Seachem Flourish, but not required
• CO₂: Not required
• Notes: Extremely beginner-friendly; provides excellent hiding spaces for shrimp and fry and helps reduce algae by outcompeting nutrients

Jungle Val (Vallisneria americana) is a tall, ribbon-leaved background plant that grows quickly and provides excellent cover for fish. Its long, flowing leaves can reach the water’s surface, making it ideal for creating a natural, jungle-like look in large tanks.

• Light Level: Low to Medium (AquaSky or Fluval 3.0 suitable)
• Placement: Rooted in substrate
• Fertilization: Benefits from root tabs (Easy Root Tabs or Seachem Root Tabs) and liquid ferts like Easy Green
• CO₂: Not required
• Notes: Spreads easily by runners; great for background planting in tall tanks and for creating dense, natural cover