Guides
Aquarium guides
Short, practical how-tos on everything we cover inside AquaPilot — from cycling a new tank to diagnosing a parameter problem.
Plants12 min
CO₂ in the aquarium — when it's worth it and how to control it
When CO₂ makes sense (and when it doesn't), three methods, what to buy, how to dial it in, drop checker, safety, and the real cost of an installation.
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Fertilising a planted aquarium — beginner guide
What plants need, three dosing schools (all-in-one, EI, PPS-Pro), what to buy first, how to spot deficiencies and a practical beginner schedule.
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How many hours to light an aquarium
Photoperiod for no-CO₂, CO₂-injected, shrimp, and fish-only tanks. Why 6–8 h is the default, when to deviate, and how to respond when algae appear.
Read guidePlants12 min
Easy aquarium plants for beginners
10 species that grow without CO₂ or special lighting, plus the trap-plant list, layout rules, fertilisation basics, and quick diagnosis of common problems.
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