Be it a home garden or an aquarium, carpet grass gives a splendid look. Many hobbyists have tried hard to perfect the art of growing carpet grass and they are successful. With patience and following the ground rules would help grow the perfect aquarium carpet grass.
How to plant aquarium carpet grass?
A lush green pasture look for your aquarium can be created by using carpeting plants. They are very economical and easy to create a look that will provide a visual treat. All you have to do is carry out the following steps to create a green paradise for your fishes.
Required supplies
- Seeds
- Aquarium tank
- Aquarium light
- Aquarium soil substrate
Required tools
- Plastic wrap
- water sprayer
Total cost: USD 75
Duration
Total time: 5 hours
Step 1 – Selection of tank
Select an aquarium tank. Prepare it by cleaning it thoroughly.
Step 2 – Spread the aqua soil
Spread Amazonia soil as the base inside the tank. Make use of a spatula for this purpose. You can level the height short towards the front and taller towards the back of the tank or taller to just the right or left of tank to give an elevated look when the grass grows.
Step 3 – Selection of seeds
Evenly spread the seeds over the soil. Various carpeting plant seeds are available in the market.
Step 4 – Prepare the soil
Spray some water over the layer of soil and seeds to create some moisture.
Step 5 – Moisture level
Cover the top of the tank using a plastic wrap so that moisture says inside the tank.
Step 6 – Aduqeate lighting
Set up the light for the tank and make sure it is kept on for at least six to eight hours per day
Step 7 – Maintain the moisture level
Make sure you sprinkle/ spray water frequently to keep up the moisture.
Step 8 – Add water
Once you see the plants sprouting and growing well, place a small plastic plate or plastic cover over the growing plants and start filling the tank with water. The plastic plate or plastic cover will avoid the pressure of water affecting the plants.
Result

Now install the filter in the aquarium tank in order to ensure a better environment for the carpet grass.
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