{"product_id":"fluval-12694-plant-and-shrimp-stratum-for-freshwater-fish-tanks-8-8-lbs-aquarium-substrate-for-strong-plant-growth-supports-neutral-to-slightly-acidic-ph","title":"Fluval 12694 Plant and Shrimp Stratum for Freshwater Fish Tanks, 8.8 lbs. – Aquarium Substrate for Strong Plant Growth, Supports Neutral to Slightly Acidic pH","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"productDescription\" class=\"a-section a-spacing-small\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFluval Stratum is the ideal aquarium substrate for stimulating the growth of aquatic plants in freshwater aquariums. Plant roots easily penetrate and spread throughout the substrate, allowing live aquarium plants to obtain a variety of key, readily available nutrients that will make them flourish. The addition of Fluval Plant Micronutrients will ensure a full complement of essential macro and micro. The substrate's light, non-compacting, porous structure is also highly beneficial to nitrifying bacteria, which rapidly colonize the vast porous surface, providing optimal aquarium water quality for real plants. Fluval Stratum's inherent properties will help support a neutral to slightly acidic pH, ideal for most plant species and species of tropical fish or shrimp normally kept in planted aquariums. Fluval Stratum also provides new aquarium shrimp with the ideal refuge, allowing them to escape predation until they are large enough to emerge into the shrimp tank. This highly attractive substrate will not discolor water and helps control organic discoloration usually present when natural driftwood aquarium décor is used. For more fish tank accessories check out the other Fluval products including Fluval aquariums, aquarium filters, filter media, aquarium heaters, aquarium air pumps, aquarium lights, fake plants, aquarium thermometer, fish food, aquarium gravel, planted aquarium tools, fish tank decorations and aquarium stands. Fluval has a wide variety of products that are perfect for your pet fish, shrimp, or betta fish to enjoy in any large fish tank, small fish tank, freshwater tank or in a saltwater tank. The Fluval Plant and Shrimp Stratum is the perfect substrate for planted aquariums and is available in multiple sizes; available as a 4.4 lb. bag, an 8.8 lb. bag and a 17.6 lb. bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"feature-bullets\" class=\"a-section a-spacing-medium a-spacing-top-small\"\u003e\n \u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e Promotes Robust Plant Growth: Stratum fosters vigorous plant development by facilitating easy root penetration and nutrient absorption, aiding in the acquisition of vital nutrients essential for growth \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e Facilitates Rapid and Beneficial Colonization: Its porous structure enables swift colonization of beneficial nitrifying organisms, fostering a healthy aquatic environment crucial for the well-being of aquarium inhabitants \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e Maintains Optimal pH Levels: Designed to sustain a neutral to slightly acidic pH range, ideal for supporting the growth of various plants, tropical fish, and shrimp commonly found in planted aquarium setups \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e Offers Shelter for Newborn Shrimp: Stratum provides a safe haven for newborn shrimp, offering protection from potential predators until they reach a size where emerging into the main aquarium is viable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e Preserves Water Quality: Ensures water clarity by preventing discoloration and effectively manages organic discoloration, especially in the presence of natural driftwood, while being specifically formulated for use in freshwater aquariums \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cdiv data-csa-c-content-id=\"voyager-product-details-jumplink\" data-csa-c-slot-id=\"voyager-product-details-jumplink\" data-csa-c-type=\"link\" class=\"a-section aok-hidden\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"caretnext\"\u003e›\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca id=\"seeMoreDetailsLink\" class=\"a-link-normal\" href=\"#productDetails\"\u003e See more product details \u003c\/a\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"a-section a-spacing-small a-spacing-top-small\"\u003e\n \u003ctable class=\"a-normal a-spacing-micro\" role=\"list\"\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n   \u003ctr class=\"a-spacing-small po-brand\" role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"a-span3\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base a-text-bold\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"a-span9\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base po-break-word\"\u003eFluval\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n   \u003c\/tr\u003e\n   \u003ctr class=\"a-spacing-small po-item_weight\" role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"a-span3\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base a-text-bold\"\u003eItem Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"a-span9\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base po-break-word\"\u003e4 Kilograms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n   \u003c\/tr\u003e\n   \u003ctr class=\"a-spacing-small po-item_form\" role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"a-span3\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base a-text-bold\"\u003eItem Form\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"a-span9\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base po-break-word\"\u003eGranules\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n   \u003c\/tr\u003e\n   \u003ctr class=\"a-spacing-small po-unit_count\" role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"a-span3\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base a-text-bold\"\u003eUnit Count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"a-span9\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base po-break-word\"\u003e140.8 Ounce\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n   \u003c\/tr\u003e\n   \u003ctr class=\"a-spacing-small po-manufacturer\" role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"a-span3\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base a-text-bold\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd class=\"a-span9\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-base po-break-word\"\u003eRolf C. 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