{"product_id":"ultum-nature-systems-controsoil","title":"Ultum Nature Systems Controsoil","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltum Nature Systems Controsoil is a fine, black volcanic ash freshwater aquarium substrate designed for live plant propagation and aquascaping, with pH and kH buffering and a 1-liter quantity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine black volcanic ash substrate, 1 liter — gives freshwater aquariums a dedicated base for planted layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGranule composition and sizes support oxygen exchange and provide rich nutrients for aquatic plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuffers toward slightly acidic water, with 6.8 pH and lower kH — helps create conditions for aquatic plant nutrient consumption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo rinsing required; absorbs impurities — helps clarify and detoxify cloudy water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow ammonia release — promotes and accelerates beneficial bacteria growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for freshwater fish and shrimp that prefer slightly acidic water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControsoil is made for freshwater setups where the substrate needs to support planted layouts as well as aquatic inhabitants suited to slightly acidic conditions. Its stated uses include live plant propagation and aquascaping, making it relevant for building a planted aquarium rather than choosing a substrate without a plant-focused role.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Controsoil support planted aquarium water conditions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControsoil buffers water toward a slightly acidic pH and lowers total water hardness, or kH. The product’s 6.8 pH designation and buffering function are intended to create an environment for better aquatic plant nutrient consumption. Its granule composition and sizes are also designed to support oxygen exchange around the substrate and supply rich nutrients for aquatic plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse it as the substrate in a freshwater planted aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts stated plant uses include propagation and aquascaping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Controsoil be used with fish and shrimp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Controsoil is suitable for freshwater inhabitants, including tropical fish and shrimp, when they prefer slightly acidic aquarium water. This makes it a substrate option for planted freshwater environments shared with those inhabitants, rather than a product intended for every type of aquarium setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatibility is stated for freshwater fish and shrimp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe relevant water preference is slightly acidic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Controsoil need rinsing before use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo rinsing is required. Controsoil absorbs impurities to help clarify and detoxify cloudy water, while its low ammonia release promotes and accelerates beneficial bacteria growth. These properties are part of how the substrate is designed to support a freshwater aquarium as it is established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe substrate is fine grade and black in color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe material is volcanic ash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControsoil is suited to aquarium keepers creating a freshwater planted layout, propagating aquatic plants, or aquascaping with fish or shrimp that prefer slightly acidic conditions. Its 1-liter quantity, fine black volcanic ash substrate, and water-buffering function make it a plant-focused choice for those specific freshwater setups.\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: Does Ultum Nature Systems Controsoil need rinsing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No. Ultum Nature Systems Controsoil requires no rinsing and absorbs impurities to help clarify and detoxify cloudy aquarium water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What aquariums is Ultum Nature Systems Controsoil suitable for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Ultum Nature Systems Controsoil is designed for freshwater planted aquariums and is suitable for fish and shrimp that prefer slightly acidic water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Ultum Nature Systems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55678866981207,"sku":"B07C2MG73N","price":41.85,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/4780\/0663\/files\/ultum-nature-systems-controsoil-product-front.jpg?v=1793401236","url":"https:\/\/bathpetsupplies.co.uk\/products\/ultum-nature-systems-controsoil","provider":"BathPetSupplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}