Getting started

Water circulation

Water circulation

The pump and filter must create water circulation in the aquarium, clean the water for fine particles and create the micro biology, that brings the aquarium in a biological balance and by that makes it stable. The pump consists of a small,...

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Fertiliser and CO2

Fertiliser and CO2

Like fish, plants need care and maintenance, which is why we have developed various fertiliser products that add the required nutrition. You can add CO2, nitrogen, phosphor, iron and micronutrients in different ways, and only fertilising will result in optimal...

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Light

Light

Choose the correct light source for your needs The lumen, level of brightness, is always written on the packaging. Here, we show you how you can put the information from the packaging on the fluorescent tube or bulb to practical use in...

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The Tropica App

The Tropica App

Create your own underwater universe. Get yourself the Tropica App. We will guide you all the way. Scan the QR code to explore the app. For Tropica Dealers orders have never been easier. The Tropica App gives you full control...

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Make your aquarium a success

Make your aquarium a success

Let the dream of a well-functioning aquarium become true with just 3 basic steps! The right aquarium Your aquarium or the aquarium, that you intend to buy, is crucial for the type of plants and fish you can choose from....

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Get the right start at home

Get the right start at home

Place your aquarium sheltered from direct sunlight. Consider how you want it to look.

Find ideas for great aquariums on www.tropica.com under Inspiration.

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Hardscape and substrate

Hardscape and substrate

Planning your aquarium is a prerequisite for achieving good results. Gain inspiration at your local dealer or at tropica.com before making your final choice. Spend the necessary time on planning - and by all means on drawing - the layout...

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Planting

Planting

The easiest way to plant in the aquarium is at a water level of just a few centimetres from the bottom. Many aquarists traditionally plant their plants when the aquarium is full, but this way it can be difficult to...

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Growing-in

Growing-in

When introducing a new aquarium, the first 90 days are critical. To put it simply, the aquarium and the aquatic environment must be in balance with regards to plant growth, fish population and filtration. The plants have to adapt to...

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Supporting plants

Supporting plants

Supporting or auxiliary plants are extra plants that help you get your aquarium started quickly and safely and they further help avoid algae. A newly established aquarium has to develop the right microbiology (bacteria), ensuring correct function of the aquarium....

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