Plant Spotlight: Water Poppy

Water Poppy

Water poppy is a floating perennial aquatic plant. Their bright yellow blooms add a burst of color to ponds and other aquatic environments, and they grow easily in warm temperatures. To add water poppies to your pond or aquascape, select a location that receives direct sun, as this is required for the plant to thrive. Bare root water poppy floating plants can be submerged and planted directly into the soil or be placed into pots with soil that can be sunk into the pond. Water poppies can be grown in any pond with a shallow bottom, as they grow best when submerged about six inches below the surface of the water. Though the yellow blooms only last for one day, water poppies produce flowers continually as long as the water temperature stays at 70 degrees or higher.

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!