Micro Sword (Lilaeopsis brasiliensis) is a compact, grass-like carpeting plant that forms a dense, bright green foreground mat. With proper light and care, it spreads by runners to create a natural lawn-like effect in aquascapes.

• Light Level: Medium to High (Fluval 3.0 recommended for dense growth; AquaSky suitable for moderate spread)
• Placement: Rooted in substrate
• Fertilization: Requires root tabs (Easy Root Tabs or Seachem Root Tabs) and benefits from liquid ferts like Easy Green
• CO₂: Recommended for compact, fast carpeting—can grow without, but slower and taller
• Notes: Trim regularly to encourage horizontal spread and prevent overcrowding

Mini Bolbitis is a compact, delicate-looking aquatic fern with finely divided leaves and a soft, flowing appearance. Ideal for attaching to wood or rock, it thrives in low-tech setups and adds gentle texture to foreground or midground areas.

• Light Level: Low to Medium (AquaSky or Fluval 3.0 suitable)
• Placement: Attach to rock or driftwood; do not bury rhizome in substrate
• Fertilization: Benefits from liquid ferts like Easy Green or Seachem Flourish
• CO₂: Not required, but supports fuller, more vibrant growth
• Notes: Slow-growing and ideal for shrimp tanks, nano aquariums, and shaded spots in planted tanks

Moneywort is a bright green stem plant with small, rounded leaves that grow in neat pairs along upright stems. Easy to care for and versatile, it’s ideal for midground to background planting and adapts well to a variety of aquarium setups.

• Light Level: Low to Medium (AquaSky or Fluval 3.0 suitable)
• Placement: Rooted in substrate (can also grow emersed in paludariums)
• Fertilization: Benefits from root tabs and liquid ferts like Easy Green or Seachem Flourish
• CO₂: Not required, but promotes faster, denser growth
• Notes: Trim and replant cuttings to maintain shape and fill in background areas

Monte Carlo is a popular carpeting plant in the aquascaping world, prized for its small, round leaves and lush, bright green coverage. It spreads across the substrate and forms a dense carpet when given adequate light and nutrients. It’s easier to grow than Hemianthus callitrichoides (dwarf baby tears), making it ideal for mid- to high-tech tanks.

• Temperature: 68–78°F

• pH: 6.2–7.8 — Adapted to Tallahassee tap water

• Hardness: 3–10 dGH

• Light Requirement: Medium to high

• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast (with CO₂ and strong light)

• Max Size: 1–2 inches tall

• Placement: Foreground

• CO₂: Strongly recommended for compact growth

• Fertilization: Needs regular liquid fertilizers and root tabs for dense carpeting

Anubias ‘Nana Gold’ is a rare and eye-catching variety of Anubias with compact growth and bright yellow-green leaves. Its vivid color contrasts beautifully with darker plants and hardscape, making it a standout in nano and low-tech tanks.

• 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 fertilizers like Easy Green or Seachem Flourish
• CO₂: Not required, but can enhance leaf vibrancy and growth rate
• Notes: Slow-growing and compact—ideal for nano tanks, foreground, or midground highlights

Anubias ‘Nana Petite’ is one of the smallest Anubias varieties, featuring tiny, dark green leaves and compact growth. Perfect for nano tanks or detailed aquascaping, it’s incredibly hardy and thrives in low-tech environments.

• 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: Very slow-growing; great for foreground or accent details in shrimp tanks and small aquascapes

Anubias ‘Nangi’ is a hybrid variety that combines traits of Anubias barteri and Anubias nana. It features slightly longer, oval-shaped leaves with a clean, vibrant green color and stays compact, making it a great midground choice for smaller tanks or detailed aquascapes.

• 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 fertilizers like Easy Green or Seachem Flourish
• CO₂: Not required, but supports stronger growth in high-light setups
• Notes: Hardy and slow-growing—ideal for low-maintenance tanks and shaded aquascapes

Anubias ‘Nangi’ on Wood is a ready-to-place aquascaping piece featuring the compact, oval-leaved Anubias ‘Nangi’ securely attached to driftwood. This easy, low-maintenance plant thrives in a variety of freshwater setups and adds instant structure and greenery to your tank.

• Light Level: Low to Medium (AquaSky or Fluval 3.0 suitable)
• Placement: Place directly in tank—no planting or tying needed
• Fertilization: Benefits from liquid ferts like Easy Green or Seachem Flourish
• CO₂: Not required
• Notes: Slow-growing and hardy—perfect for beginners, shrimp tanks, and shaded areas of the aquarium