{"product_id":"aqua-natural-aquaearth-soil-3-litre-copy","title":"AQUA NATURAL VOLCANIC LATERITE (3 Litre)","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlant Laterite is a rich mineral based substrate. It can be used as a base fertilizer platform with other substrates such as AquaEarth, Scoria and Iron Sand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternatively, the unique properties of Plant Laterite allow it to be used alone as an all in one fertilizer and gravel substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Plant Laterite contains a clay component please follow these instructions before use:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.Rinse in a bucket or sieve to remove the smallest particulars. Do not over wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.Plant Laterite will continue to let off some red clay whenever washed—this is normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.Put in your aquarium and add water very slowly while trying to not stir up the Plant Laterite. A good method is to place a plastic bag over the Plant Laterite and fill the water over the bag. Remove the bag when finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.Slowly fill your aquarium with water until the water level is about 3-4cm (1-2in) above the Plant Laterite. This makes planting easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.Use a scraper or ruler to level the surface, or if desired create gradients with the Plant Laterite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6.Begin planting your aquarium. Make sure you spray your plants with water until the planting process is completed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7.Once the aquarium is planted, slowly fill your tank to the desired level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8.Power up your filter system and leave for a few days and any clay in the water will sink or be removed by your filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9.Following this recommended process will result in crystal clear water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCARE AND ATTENTION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• The water quality control attributes of Plant Laterite will naturally decrease over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Use Plant Laterite for freshwater aquariums, paludarium and tropical terrariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Not suitable for strong burrowing fish or use with aquarium vacuum cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Natural","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51335933690020,"sku":null,"price":43.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0456\/5218\/1156\/files\/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZWItbmluamEtaW1hZ2VzIiwia2V5IjoicG5wdHJhZGluZ1wvaW1hZ2VzXC9wcm9kaW1nXC8xNzkyXzEuanBnIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo0ODAsImhlaWdodCI6NDgwLCJmaXQiOiJpbnNp.webp?v=1779676810","url":"https:\/\/www.fishbits.com.au\/products\/aqua-natural-aquaearth-soil-3-litre-copy","provider":"FishBits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}