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Wherever you go around our shores in the UK, you're likely to come across many varieties of seaweed on the beach. Below we explore exactly what seaweed is and its role in the local ecosystem.

Few people are aware that CO2 is the most important nutrient for aquatic plants. Light, water and CO2 are decisive elements in the growth process of all plants, also known as the photosynthesis. Our CO2 systems can be found by clicking here.

Tropica have produced a helpful range of factsheets to help you choose and care for your aquarium plants! To browse our range of Tropica plants and accessories please click here.

There are lots of different types of pond plant to choose from, many serving practical purposes in the pond, while others are simply for pure aesthetics.

This handy guide below will outline the different types of pond plants you can buy to adorn your garden pond.

A pond vacuum will help keep your pond clean, and ease the pressure on your pond filter. Pond vacuums are also handy for removing built-up sludge from non-filtered and wildlife ponds.

Above are listed the top 5 best pond vacuums and hoovers for 2025, based on Real Aquatics 2024 sales and reliability data from Real Aquatics outlets on eBay, Amazon and official websites.

Preventing blackbeard algae involves maintaining balanced lighting, nutrient levels, and CO2, as well as quarantining new additions to your aquarium. Blackbeard algae, also known as brush algae or Audouinella, can be quite a nuisance in aquariums. Here are the primary causes of its growth.