ltimate Nano Aquascaping Guide U(30cm Cube Tank)

 

Materials Checklist

  • 5L volcanic rock (pre-washed)
  • 3kg aqua soil (ADA Amazonia)
  • 1 piece dragon stone (10-15cm)
  • LED light (5W, 6500K)
  • Hang-on-back filter (60L/h flow)

Phase 1: Base Layer Construction

  1. Substrate Setup
    • Spread 2cm volcanic rock as drainage layer
    • Add 3cm aqua soil with 5° slope toward front
    • Pro Tip: Use syringe to clean soil particles after watering
  2. Hardscape Arrangement
    • Place main stone at 1/3 point of tank using rule of thirds
    • Glue smaller stones with super glue gel (aquarium-safe)

Phase 2: Aquatic Planting

Plant Type

Quantity

Planting Technique

Glossostigma

10 stems

45° angle insertion

Anubias Nana

3 rhizomes

Attach to driftwood

Lighting Schedule

  • Week 1: 4 hours/day
  • Week 2+: 6-8 hours/day

Phase 3: Biological Cycle

  1. Water Parameters
    • Add Seachem Stability (5ml) daily for 7 days
    • Target readings:
      • Ammonia: 0 ppm
      • Nitrite: 0 ppm
  2. Livestock Introduction

timeline title Stocking Plan Day 0 : Add 10 Cherry Shrimp Day 7 : Introduce 6 Neon Tetras Day 14 : Final Touches

Maintenance Routine

  • Weekly: 20% water change with gravel vacuum
  • Monthly: Trim overgrown plants with curved scissors
  • Algae control: Amano shrimp (1 per 10L)