{"product_id":"planted-aquarium-concepts-aquarium-root-fertilizer-tabs-40-count-slow-release-nutrition","title":"Planted Aquarium Concepts Aquarium Root Fertiliser Tabs, 40 Count, Slow-Release Nutrition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanted Aquarium Concepts Aquarium Plant Root Fertilizer Tabs are 40-count, slow-release tablets made to supply rooted aquatic plants with nutrients through the substrate, with each tablet about 1 cm cube.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40 root fertilizer tabs — provides a supply of tablets for planted aquarium substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow-release fertilizer blend — delivers nutrients in the substrate where rooted plants can access them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoot-level placement — position tabs near plant bases or space them through the substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace after 3 months — sets a clear interval for renewing the tabs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor gravel beds or aquatic substrate — made for tanks with at least 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) of substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRooted aquarium plants take up nutrients through the substrate around their roots. These tabs are made for planted tanks where that root-zone supply is needed, including gravel beds and other aquatic substrates. Pressing the tablets into the bed puts the slow-release fertilizer near the plants, rather than leaving the tablets on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I place the fertilizer tabs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePress each tab deeply into the substrate near the base of a rooted plant, or position tabs 3–6 inches (7.6–15.2 cm) apart. The tabs release a balanced blend of fertilizer to supply aquatic plants with nutrients where and when they need them. Adjust spacing to suit the planting density: closely planted areas may need different spacing from more open areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in tanks with at least 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) of substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress the tabs below the substrate surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace tabs after 3 months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat nutrients are in each tab?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guaranteed analysis includes primary nutrients, secondary nutrients and trace elements. The listed percentages are nitrogen (N) 1.33%, phosphate (P2O5) 0.65%, potash (K2O) 5.18%, calcium (Ca) 0.22%, magnesium (Mg) 0.215% and sulfur (S) 1.12%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIron (Fe): 2.3%; manganese (Mn): 0.1935%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoron (B): 0.02%; zinc (Zn): 0.0091%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolybdenum (Mo): 0.0021%; cobalt (Co): 0.0015%; nickel (Ni): 0.0002%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the tablet size and storage instructions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach tablet is about a 1 cm cube and weighs about 0.68 +\/- 0.1 grams. Keep the bag sealed and store it at room temperature. These product details help planted-aquarium keepers plan how the tabs fit into their substrate routine and how to store the remaining supply between uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTablet size: approximately 1 cm cube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTablet weight: approximately 0.68 +\/- 0.1 grams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorage: room temperature with the bag sealed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese root fertilizer tabs suit aquarium keepers growing rooted live plants in a gravel bed or aquatic substrate with sufficient depth for tabs to be pressed in. They are intended for substrate-based nutrient delivery to rooted plants, rather than placement loose on the surface. Their slow-release blend, root-zone placement and three-month replacement interval define a straightforward feeding routine for planted tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How deep should the substrate be for Planted Aquarium Concepts Aquarium Plant Root Fertilizer Tabs?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Planted Aquarium Concepts Aquarium Plant Root Fertilizer Tabs are for tanks with at least 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) of substrate; press them deeply into the bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How often should I replace Planted Aquarium Concepts Aquarium Plant Root Fertilizer Tabs?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Replace Planted Aquarium Concepts Aquarium Plant Root Fertilizer Tabs after 3 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Planted Aquarium Concepts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55668041351511,"sku":"B07H4W44YK","price":39.14,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/4780\/0663\/files\/planted-aquarium-concepts-root-fertilizer-tabs-front.jpg?v=1793378214","url":"https:\/\/bathpetsupplies.co.uk\/products\/planted-aquarium-concepts-aquarium-root-fertilizer-tabs-40-count-slow-release-nutrition","provider":"BathPetSupplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}