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product_id: 615411521
title: "Tropica Aquarium Plant Growth Substrate - 1.25 kg"
brand: "tropica"
price: "A$134"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Tropica"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/615411521-tropica-aquarium-plant-growth-substrate-1-25-kg
store_origin: AU
region: Australia
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# 1 cm nutrient-rich layer Neutral pH & KH balance 1.25 kg concentrated substrate Tropica Aquarium Plant Growth Substrate - 1.25 kg

**Brand:** tropica
**Price:** A$134
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌿 Grow your underwater jungle with confidence!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Tropica Aquarium Plant Growth Substrate - 1.25 kg by tropica
- **How much does it cost?** A$134 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- tropica enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted tropica brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Pure & Balanced:** Neutral substrate that keeps your aquarium’s pH and KH perfectly stable
- • **Effortless Setup:** Easy to apply under gravel, making your aquarium planting seamless and effective
- • **Rooted in Growth:** Lays a 1 cm thick nutrient base for thriving aquatic plants
- • **Long-Term Vitality:** Supports healthy, sustained plant growth for vibrant underwater landscapes
- • **Nutrient Powerhouse:** Absorbs and delivers essential nutrients directly to plant roots

## Overview

Tropica Aquarium Plant Growth Substrate is a 1.25 kg concentrated base layer designed to be placed under gravel, providing essential nutrients to aquatic plants without altering water pH or hardness. Its neutral composition ensures long-term healthy growth, making it a trusted choice for professional and hobbyist aquarists alike.

## Description

How to use the product - Plant Growth Substrate is laid in a 1 cm thick layer on the bottom of the aquarium, when the aquarium is built. The table below provides recommended Plant Growth Substrate amounts for a number of standard aquarium sizes.

Review: Just what I was after
Review: Works like a charm! I reccomend rinsing it first though... I didn't and it made my water very very cloudy

## Features

- A concentrate, used under gravel when planning the aquarium
- Ensures healthy and long-term growth
- Is neutral and does not affect the KH or pH value of the water
- The substrate absorbs nutrients and makes them available for plant roots

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00EZRUI6U |
| Best Sellers Rank | #386,820 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #2,382 in Aquarium Water Treatments |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (130) |
| Date First Available | June 4, 2015 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 2.2 pounds |
| Item model number | TROPICA-SUBSTRATE-1L |
| Manufacturer | Water Plants |
| Product Dimensions | 5.71 x 3.54 x 8.66 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Tropica
- **Item Form:** Granules, Powder
- **Item Weight:** 1 Kilograms
- **Liquid Volume:** 1 Liters
- **Manufacturer:** Water Plants

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by P***S on February 12, 2025*

Just what I was after

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by Y***T on March 21, 2020*

Works like a charm! I reccomend rinsing it first though... I didn't and it made my water very very cloudy

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by V***T on January 17, 2017*

Excellent product & know that you're making an investment for years to come when properly used. My aquarium plants love this stuff.

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Store origin: AU*
*Last updated: 2026-02-18*