Scaper’s Strata is a type of specialized aquarium substrate designed for planted aquariums. Scaper’s Strata is the ultimate choice for your freshwater plants, fish, and shrimp. It provides a nutrient-rich foundation for plants while also helping to establish a healthy environment for aquatic life. This substrate is often used in aquascaping—the art of designing beautiful underwater landscapes—due to its ability to support plant growth and create a natural, aesthetically pleasing look. Crafted with natural volcanic granules, this double-baked substrate not only enhances the natural beauty of your aquatic world but also optimizes nutrient distribution for lush plant growth.
Easy to use—simply plant your aquatic flora directly into the substrate and watch as your ecosystem flourishes. With its enriching blend of essential minerals and trace elements, Scaper’s Strata creates soft, slightly acidic water, ensuring a quick and hassle-free start-up.
Features of Scaper’s Strata:
- Crafted with natural volcanic granules
- Optimizes nutrient distribution
- perfect for beginners
- contains essential minerals and trace elements for quick start
- Multi-Layer Structure:
- Scaper’s Strata typically comes in a layered structure, which mimics the soil profile found in nature. This can help with root development and nutrient distribution.
- The layers are often designed to offer both immediate nutrients for plants and a long-lasting source of nutrients as they break down over time.
- Nutrient-Rich:
- Contains essential minerals and trace elements that promote plant health and growth.
- It typically includes a base layer of rich, organic matter and a top layer for stability and aesthetics.
- Good for Aquascaping:
- It’s often used by aquascapers to create a natural-looking substrate that promotes lush plant growth while also being visually attractive.
- Helps prevent unwanted algae growth by promoting healthy plant life and ensuring good nutrient balance.
- Supports Biological Filtration:
- The structure of Scaper’s Strata provides excellent surface area for beneficial bacteria, which help in breaking down waste and maintaining good water quality.
Benefits:
- Promotes Healthy Plant Growth: Ideal for rooted aquatic plants as it provides essential nutrients.
- Natural Aesthetic: The natural look of the substrate complements the plants and other decorations in the tank.
- Low Maintenance: Often doesn’t require frequent replacement, as the nutrient release happens gradually over time.
- Comes in 2kg or 4kg weight
How to Use:
- Put the unwashed Scaper’s Strata into the dry aquarium to a depth of approximately 1 – 2 inches (3-5 cm)
- Add Plants (keep moist while planting by spraying regularly)
- Combine it with other aquascaping elements like rocks, driftwood, and aquatic plants for a complete aquascape.
- Carefully fill with water without disturbing the Scaper’s Strata
- Clouding will clear within a few hours
- Create a multi-layered substrate with Scaper’s Strata. It typically has a nutrient-rich base layer, a middle layer for stability, and a top layer for aesthetics and plant anchorage.
