{"title":"Plant Fertilizer\/Additives","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"seachem-equilibrium","title":"Seachem Equilibrium","description":"\u003cp\u003eEquilibrium™ is specifically designed to establish the ideal mineral content for the planted aquarium. Equilibrium™ contains no sodium or chloride (which can be detrimental to a planted aquarium at elevated levels). Equilibrium™ is ideally suited for use with RO (reverse osmosis) or DI (deionized) water or any mineral deficient water. Equilibrium™ raises the essential mineral\/electrolyte content (General Hardness) of the water to balance with and promote stability of the carbonate hardness. To maintain KH, we recommend Alkaline Buffer™.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike competing products, Equilibrium™ contains NO SODIUM CHLORIDE. Both sodium and chloride are not rapidly depleted elements in a planted aquarium, and, in the case of chloride, can do more harm than good. Competitors’ products generally contain primarily sodium chloride (because it is inexpensive), which will raise the electrolyte levels for fish, but can be detrimental to plant growth. In addition, sodium is not a contributing cation to GH levels. Equilibrium™ contains only calcium, magnesium, and potassium salts, which aid in fish metabolism, but are also highly beneficial to plant growth. Equilibrium™ guaranteed analysis and symptoms of deficiency\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo raise mineral content\/general hardness (GH) by 1 meq\/L (3 dH), add 16 g (1 tablespoon) for every 80 L (20 US gallons) when setting up an aquarium or when making water changes (add to new water). For optimum solubility we recommend mixing with 1 L (1 qt.) of water (the resulting mixture will have a white opaque appearance). When this mixture is added to the aquarium it will impart a slight haze that should clear within 15–30 minutes. HINTS: Do not use Equilibrium™ when replacing evaporated water. This dose is based on DI or RO water; for other water, measure hardness (GH) first, then add according to need. For precise dosing, use the Seachem Digital Spoon Scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant preferences vary, but a general guide is about 1–2 meq\/L (3–6 dH) or match the existing or target carbonate hardness (KH), which, ideally, is also about 1–2 meq\/L (3–6 dKH). Equilibrium™ will compact with age, but remains effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-4\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table table-striped\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"guaranteed\"\u003eGuaranteed Analysis\n\u003cp class=\"p-none m-none font-size-xs\"\u003eAmounts per 1 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoluble Potash (K\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003eO)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23.0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalcium (Ca)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.06%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnesium (Mg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.41%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIron (Fe)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.11%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManganese (Mn)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.06%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-size-sm line-height-md\"\u003eElemental potassium is present at a concentration of 195,000 ppm (19.5%). Fertilizer laws require us to list potassium in terms of equivalence to a material that is not present (K\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003eO) rather than the more scientifically sound method of simple elemental equivalence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-3\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-size-sm line-height-md\"\u003eDerived from: potassium sulfate, calcium sulfate, magnesium sulfate, ferric sulfate, manganese sulfate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rays Tank","offers":[{"title":"300g","offer_id":47841045151909,"sku":null,"price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4kg","offer_id":47841045184677,"sku":null,"price":79.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/7551\/4533\/files\/VLMhSUtQ_96ca1705-3e97-4fd5-89ba-0f132ff2ca42.png?v=1779217572"},{"product_id":"seachem-flourish-excel","title":"Seachem Flourish Excel","description":"\u003cp\u003eFlourish Excel™ is a source of bioavailable organic carbon. All plants require a source of carbon. This is typically obtained from CO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e, but, may also be derived from simple organic compounds (such as photosynthetic intermediates). The use of either CO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003einjection or Flourish Excel™ does not necessarily negate the use of the other. Because the processes of producing photosynthetic intermediates and building onto them occur simultaneously, one can derive a substantial benefit with the use of Flourish Excel™ either alone or in conjunction with CO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e. The combination is particularly ideal for situations when continuing to add CO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecould result in dangerously low pH levels. Flourish Excel™ also has iron reducing properties which promote the ferrous state of iron (Fe\u003csup\u003e+2\u003c\/sup\u003e), which is more easily utilized by plants than ferric iron (Fe\u003csup\u003e+3\u003c\/sup\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reason plants need CO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis to produce longer chain carbon compounds also known as photosynthetic intermediates. Photosynthetic intermediates includes compounds such as ribulose 1,5-bisphosphate, and 2-carboxy-3-keto-D-arabinitol 1,5 bisphosphate. Although the names are complicated, the structures are quite simple (5 carbon chains). Flourish Excel™ does not contain these specific compounds per se, but one that is quite similar. By dosing with Flourish Excel™ you bypass the involvement of CO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand introduce the already finished, structurally similar compounds. It is in its structural similarity that Flourish Excel™ is able to be utilized in the carbon chain building process of photosynthesis. Simple chemical or enzymatic steps can easily convert it to any one to any one of the above named compounds (or a variety of others).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel-heading\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"panel-title\"\u003e\u003ca aria-expanded=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/seachem.com\/flourish-excel.php#collapse8Two\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"accordion-toggle\"\u003eDirections\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"true\" class=\"accordion-body collapse in\" id=\"collapse8Two\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel-body m-md\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn initial use or after a major (\u0026gt; 40%) water change, use 1 capful (5 mL) for every 40 L (10 US gallons). Thereafter use 1 capful for every 200 L (50 US gallons) daily or every other day. For smaller dosing please note that each cap thread is approximately 1 mL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rays Tank","offers":[{"title":"250ml","offer_id":47841053311141,"sku":null,"price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/7551\/4533\/files\/ROjtP3dQ_6a06b366-87ac-49a6-be53-67393673bde8.png?v=1779217622"},{"product_id":"seachem-flourish","title":"Seachem Flourish","description":"\u003cp\u003eFlourish® is a comprehensive plant supplement for the natural freshwater aquarium. It contains a rich assortment of important micro elements, trace elements and other nutrients. These include calcium, magnesium, iron and other important elements that have been shown to be beneficial to aquatic plants. For macro element (NPK) fertilization, use Flourish® Nitrogen™, Flourish® Phosphorus™ or Flourish® Potassium™ as needed. Flourish® is safe for invertebrates such as shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlourish® is designed to be used in conjunction with other macro and micro-nutrient supplements. Other manufacturers try to include ALL necessary nutrients, leading to overdoses of micro-nutrients in an attempt to raise macro-nutrient levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse 1 capful (5 mL) for each 250 L (60 US gallons) once or twice a week. For smaller doses, please note that each cap thread is approximately 1 mL. Refrigeration is recommended 3 months after opening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seachem.com\/flourish.php#tabsNavigationSimple2\" data-toggle=\"tab\" aria-expanded=\"true\"\u003eDosage Calculator\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rays Tank","offers":[{"title":"250ml","offer_id":47841062224037,"sku":null,"price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/7551\/4533\/files\/PV6UIfYQ_5005ff0c-51d7-4d20-8703-3875223ef654.png?v=1779217648"},{"product_id":"sera-florenette-root-tabs","title":"Sera Florenette Root Tabs","description":"\u003cp\u003esera florenette is the ideal care product for aquatic plants that take up nutrients mainly through the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bottom tablet provides aquatic plants with all important minerals and trace elements for healthy and colorful growth. The special formulation ensures lasting, even and extensive supply, also and in particularly with the often limiting iron. Effective natural growth enhancers ensure a true growth boost which, among others, makes the starting phase much easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product does not contain any nitrate nor phosphate. It is well tolerated by all invertebrates. Algae have no chance to multiply due to the good growth rate of the aquatic plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of sera florenette and sera florena is perfectly balanced and fulfills all requirements of the different aquatic plant species.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rays Tank","offers":[{"title":"24 tabs","offer_id":47858288263333,"sku":null,"price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"50 tabs","offer_id":47858288296101,"sku":null,"price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/7551\/4533\/files\/14680-04001942033206a005bhx0201.png?v=1779843488"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.raystankusa.com\/collections\/plant-fertilizer-additives.oembed","provider":"Rays Tank","version":"1.0","type":"link"}