{"title":"Aquatic Fertilizer","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"aquaboost-bloom-root-tabs-aquarium-plant-supplement-fish-tank-root-tabs","title":"Bloom Root Tabs – Plant Supplement","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ePush one tab into the substrate near the base of a plant and it begins releasing nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium directly into the root zone where planted aquarium species actually absorb nutrients. Unlike gel caps that float or break apart on the way down, these are compressed under more than 20 kilonewtons of force per tablet, which means they are dense enough to sink immediately and hold together in the substrate for weeks of slow nutrient release. Effective for crypts, sword plants, bulb plants, carpeting plants, and any other rooted species that relies on substrate nutrition rather than water column feeding. The resealable zipper bag keeps unused tabs dry and fresh between uses, which matters in a fish room environment where humidity breaks down standard packaging quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eRoot feeders are one of the most misunderstood categories in planted tank keeping. Dosing liquid fertilizers into the water column does very little for plants like amazon swords and cryptocorynes that pull the majority of their nutrients through their root system rather than their leaves. Root tabs placed directly beneath these plants produce noticeably faster growth, stronger root structure, and deeper leaf color compared to the same plants in an unfertilized substrate, usually within two to four weeks of the first application. They are also one of the most cost-effective ways to maintain a planted tank because a single tab placed correctly lasts far longer than the equivalent volume of liquid fertilizer dosed weekly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ePush one tab two to three inches into the substrate near the plant's root base. Start with one tab per plant for crypts and swords, or place tabs every few inches across carpeting plant areas. Reapply every four to six weeks or when growth begins to slow. Safe for all freshwater fish, shrimp, and invertebrates. Works in gravel, sand, and soil-based substrates. Freshwater use only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaBoost","offers":[{"title":"10 Pack","offer_id":44746510532837,"sku":"XLEV-31171","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"20 Pack","offer_id":44746510565605,"sku":"XLEV-31394","price":16.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"40 Pack","offer_id":44746510598373,"sku":"XLEV-38411","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/7572\/8959\/products\/aquaboost-bloom-root-tabs-aquarium-plant-supplement-fish-tank-root-tabs-543372.jpg?v=1708913255"},{"product_id":"bloom-all-in-one-liquid-plant-fertilizer","title":"Bloom All-in-One Liquid Plant Fertilizer","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eDose directly into the water column once a week and it delivers nitrogen, potassium, iron, and a full spectrum of trace minerals to every plant in the tank simultaneously. No CO2 injection needed and no separate macro and micro fertilizer bottles to manage — one dose covers everything a planted freshwater tank requires to grow healthy and stay colorful. The formula is completely free of copper, which is the ingredient in many standard fertilizers that makes them harmful or fatal to shrimp and invertebrates. Safe to use in tanks with cherry shrimp, caridina shrimp, snails, and all other freshwater invertebrates without a separate dose calculation or water change buffer. The 16oz bottle covers a standard 10 gallon tank for well over a year at the recommended dosing rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMost planted tank problems that look like plant diseases are actually nutrient deficiencies — yellowing leaves, holes in foliage, slow growth, and poor color are almost always a sign that the water column is missing something the plants need. A consistent all-in-one fertilizer dosed on a regular schedule solves the majority of these issues within two to four weeks without requiring the keeper to diagnose which specific nutrient is missing. This is especially useful for newer planted tank keepers who want healthy plants without having to learn the full nutrient management system from scratch. Works well with root tabs for heavy root feeders like swords and crypts, or as a standalone solution for stem plants, mosses, and floating plants that feed entirely through the water column.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eDose once per week based on tank volume — start at the recommended rate and adjust up or down based on plant response and algae activity. Freshwater use only. Shake before use. Store at room temperature away from direct sunlight. Safe for all freshwater fish, shrimp, snails, and invertebrates. Compatible with all standard aquarium filtration, substrates, and water conditioners.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaBoost","offers":[{"title":"8oz","offer_id":49666293563621,"sku":"6L-6XPS-5XXE","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"16oz","offer_id":49666293596389,"sku":"56-OED4-Z8N9","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/7572\/8959\/files\/bloom2.jpg?v=1781893277"}],"url":"https:\/\/wildpetsupply.com\/collections\/aquatic-fertilizer.oembed","provider":"Wild Pet Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}