Plant Spotlight: Mosaic Plant

Ludwigia Sedioides—better known as the Mosaic Plant—presents as three-inch round clusters of small red and green leaves. Its colorful appearance makes the Mosaic plant a favorite among pond aquascapers. Flourishing in calm, warm water, this is the perfect addition to your pond for the summer! Your water temperatures must be 70 to 75 degrees for this tropical plant. Mosaic plants need their water pH to be below eight to survive, as it does not tolerate water with high pH. You can plant Mosaic about six inches below the surface, and the leaf clusters will spread about two feet across. The Mosaic plant is a very unique water garden plant that will spread well in warm water. 

Plant Spotlight: Christmas Moss

Characterized by its bold green hue, Christmas Moss is most commonly used to wrap aquascaping rocks or aquarium driftwood. It has many different uses and can be utilized to recreate a variety of styles and can be used for multiple purposes in a planted tank. The addition of Christmas Moss to any hardscape adds an aged look that is enjoyed by enthusiasts of all experience levels. Moss is also commonly used in breeding projects and can provide valuable coverage for young fish. Very hardy, Christmas Moss makes a perfect beginner plant and an easy introduction to aquatic plants. Add Christmas Moss to your aquarium through our shop page. Happy Aquascaping!

Plant Spotlight: Anubias Coffeefolia

Anubias Coffeefolia on Driftwood with Java Moss

Anubias Coffeefolia is a beautiful variant of the common Anubias Barteri that can grow to about 12 inches tall. It can thrive in both aquariums and terrariums. It has long stems, and the leaves have a ruffled texture and initially appear as a brownish-bronze (coffee) color and eventually turn a deep green. Anubias Coffeefolia is suitable as a midground, and background plant as the leaves can grow up to three inches long and may block other plants. This variant grows best when the rhizome (rootstalk) is attached to a hardscape. They have low to medium light requirements and can grow algae if placed under high lighting due to their slow growth. To add this plant to your aquarium or terrarium, you can find it in our shop. Happy Aquascaping!