Live Aquarium Plants

Live plants bring many positive effects to any home—from air purifying to mood-boosting to aesthetics. Live plants in aquariums are no different. Some benefits of live plants for fish aquariums include:

• Aeration and filtration Live aquarium plants release oxygen, which helps your bubbler or air stone to stay at healthy levels beyond the water surface. They also add natural filtration that can boost the water quality maintained by your tank’s filter.
• Natural habitat The wild environment of many water animals includes aquatic plants. Introduce similar plants into your aquarium to help inhabitants feel at home. To help create your underwater oasis with live aquarium plants, Petco has many options.
• Algae reduction Live freshwater aquarium plants help keep algae at bay by consuming the nutrients that algae thrive on. Fast-growing plants are especially good at starving out unwanted algae.
• Aesthetics Adding real plants to your aquarium helps to create a scene right out of nature. The soft movements of underwater plants are serene, making your aquarium a calming and beautiful addition to any room.

Yes, most aquatic plants require specific lighting conditions to thrive, ranging from low to high light depending on the species.

Depending on the type, some can be anchored in the substrate, while others might need to be attached to decorations or left floating.

Absolutely! Plants help oxygenate the water, remove toxins, and provide natural shelter, promoting healthier and stress-free fish.

While many fish enjoy and benefit from plants, some might nibble on or uproot them. Research compatibility before introducing plants.

Regular trimming keeps plants healthy and promotes growth. The frequency depends on the growth rate and desired look.