How do you take care of echinodorus?
Echinodorus bleheri from South America is undemanding and beautiful, and becomes 20-50 cm tall. A nutritious bottom promotes growth, but the plant needs pruning to prevent it depriving plants underneath of light. Echinodorus bleheri does well even in poorly illuminated aquariums, as it grows towards the light.
How tall is Vesuvius sword?
about twelve inches
Product Description. A new plant to the hobby that is rarely available. The “twisty” sword has a unique appearance. The leaves twist and curl as they grow straight up to a maximum height of about twelve inches.
How do you grow echinodorus Tenellus?
To prepare Echinodorus tenellus for planting;
- Remove the plant from its pot.
- Using pinsettes, remove any material it was planted in.
- Then, using pinsettes, separate the plant into small portions.
- Plant the portions into the substrate with pinsettes, in the shape of the number 5 on a dice.
How do you take care of a red sword plant?
The Red Sword thrives in bright indirect light. It is best to let the soil dry between waterings, and keep in a room with higher humidity such as the bathroom. Try to keep your Red Sword clear of any drafts or direct air from the heater or aircon. All our plants come giftwrapped with gift tag for FREE.
Does echinodorus need substrate?
Echinodorus should be planted in a nutrient-rich substrate like sand or aquatic plant substrate. Gravel is also appropriate. It should be deep enough for the hardy roots of the plant to travel to acquire nutrients. These plants will grow best with a root tab planted below them.
How do you plant Vesuvius?
If you provide medium light, neutral pH, and root tab fertilizers to your vesuvius, it will readily grow and spread to create a lush jungle look. While it can take low to high lighting conditions, this plant prefers at least medium amounts of light.
How do you prune echinodorus Tenellus?
Tenellus is quit easy in terms of trimming. Once runners have established, and most of the terrestrial growth has transformed, you can trim it just like a lawn. Cut it, right to the base. Done fear…it will grow back.
How big do red flame swords get?
12″ – 18″
Red Flame sword (Echinodorus Red Flame) large bareroot 12″ – 18″. Large, beautiful bright green & red coloration. Needs a rich substrate (root nutrients).
How do you propagate a red sword?
The Red Flame Sword reproduces through rhizome division as well as by the production of side shoots, which can be removed and replanted. It is very intolerant of copper, so please keep this in mind if you are using tap water in your aquarium.