{"product_id":"dennerle-plants-substrate-long-term-nutrient-base-layer-for-aquariums","title":"Dennerle Plants Substrate - Long-Term Nutrient Base Layer for Aquariums","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuild a thriving planted aquarium from the bottom up with \u003cstrong\u003eDennerle Plants Substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is a classic long-term nutrient concentrate designed to be used as the bottom layer of your tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDennerle Substrate acts as a \"nutrient battery\" for your plant roots. It contains natural clay minerals and peat that regulate the nutrient balance—releasing nutrients when needed and absorbing them when there is a surplus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNutrient Depot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a balanced supply of essential nutrients for healthy, vital plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrong Roots:\u003c\/strong\u003e Encourages deep rooting and robust growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntelligent Regulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buffers nutrients to prevent spikes and deficiencies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safe for fish, shrimp, and snails.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage Instructions (Important)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLayering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spread a layer of Dennerle Substrate (approx. 1 cm thick) on the bottom of the empty aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover completely with a top layer of aquarium gravel or soil (approx. 4-5 cm thick).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDo not mix the layers.\u003c\/strong\u003e The gravel cap prevents nutrients from releasing too quickly into the water column.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCalculation Guide: How much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFormula: (Length cm x Width cm x Layer Height cm) \/ 1000 = Liters needed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExample:\u003c\/strong\u003e For a 60x30cm tank with a 1cm layer:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ccode\u003e60 x 30 x 1 \/ 1000 = 1.8 Liters\u003c\/code\u003e (You would need a 2L bag).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e If moving plants later, pull them out slowly and cut roots just above the substrate to avoid stirring up the bottom layer and clouding the water.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Britblooms","offers":[{"title":"1L","offer_id":52916610072915,"sku":null,"price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5L","offer_id":52916610105683,"sku":null,"price":9.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1037\/9919\/3939\/files\/2.1-01KCWVNSFEGM9CVM9EFKY70M5G.jpg?v=1769775439","url":"https:\/\/shop.britblooms.com\/products\/dennerle-plants-substrate-long-term-nutrient-base-layer-for-aquariums","provider":"Britblooms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}