Plantastic: Aquarium Plants: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Tired of brown leaves and tank snails? In this deep dive into aquarium plants, I share my honest, real-world experience with over 10 different species! We beginner aquarium plants, the trickiest root feeders, and the plants I regret ever adding to my tanks.
If you've struggled with Vallisneria melt (like I have!), this video is for you. Learn the common mistakes when planting Crypts and Swords, and discover the essential quarantine process to keep your tank pest-free.
In this video, I reveal:
• The Great Melt: Why Vallisneria fails in my tank, and how to correctly plant it (if you dare!).
• Pest Control: My step-by-step method for the Alum Dip using Aluminum Potassium Sulfate to effectively kill snails and eggs on new plants.
• Anchors of the Aquascape: Tips for success with root feeders like Cryptocoryne and giant Echinodorus (Sword plants).
• The MVP: Why Anubias and Java Moss are the most reliable, "bomb-proof" choices.
• Going Sterile: Is Tissue Culture worth the extra cost over loose, potted plants?
• The Nitrates Secret: Using Pothos roots for amazing emersed filtration.
• Floating Plant Chaos: The difference between Frogbit, Red Root Floaters, and the plague that is Duckweed!
What's the toughest plant you've ever tried to grow? Let me know your triumphs and tragedies in the comments! ????
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