#1092 The Fallen Cascade of Early Blossoms
About This Aquascape
This layout is inspired by the changing seasons and the resilience of life in nature. Using the dynamic lines of white sand paired with steep, rugged hardscape, I simulated a mountain waterfall that has dried up during the dry season. Although the rushing torrents have receded, clusters of delicate pink and deep red aquatic plants—reminiscent of cherry blossoms—bloom proudly along the edges of the former cliff side. Schools of fish swim through the light and shadow, capturing a moment of vibrant life flourishing within a serene and ancient wilderness.
- Filter
- EHEIM 600*2
- Lighting
- RGB LED 120w*2
- Substrate
- aquarium soil and river sand
- Hardscape Materials
- drift wood ,dragon stones
- Background
- NA
Species
Wild Cherry Shrimp，Aplocheilichthys normani
Plant species
Marsilea quadrifolia Riccardia chamedryfolia Bucephalandra sp. Taxiphyllum barbieri Vesicularia ferriei Microsorum pteropus 'Windeløv' Hygrophila corymbosa 'Aura' Hygrophila sp. 'Pink' Rotala rotundifolia 'Blood Red' Rotala sp. 'Vietnam' Eleocharis acicularis 'Mini' Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba' Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides 'Mini'
Fertilization
rate: 3 bps
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