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Assorted live aquarium plants

Introduce natural beauty and beneficial oxygenation to a fish tank with a selection of vibrant, living aquatic flora.

Assorted live aquarium plants suit freshwater hobbyists who want a more natural-looking tank. Living plants add colour and texture, compete with algae for nutrients, and give fish cover to rest and explore.

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Why assorted live aquarium plants make a good gift

  • Brings a natural, planted look that plastic decorations cannot fully match.
  • Uses up nutrients in the water that would otherwise feed unwanted algae.
  • Gives beginners and experienced keepers something new to grow, trim and arrange.

What to look for

  • Check each plant's lighting needs against the recipient's current tank light.
  • Confirm whether the plants root in substrate or attach to rock and driftwood.
  • Look for low-maintenance varieties if the recipient has never kept live plants before.

Kinds worth searching

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  • Beginner plant bundle
  • Carpet plants
  • Floating plants
  • Moss and attached plants

Questions people ask

Do live aquarium plants need fertilizer?
Many easy varieties grow with fish waste and basic lighting alone. Root-feeding plants may benefit from root tabs over time.
Will goldfish eat live plants?
Goldfish often nibble soft plants. Tougher varieties that attach to rock or wood tend to hold up better.

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