{"product_id":"aquaforest-af-lava-soil-natural-5l","title":"AquaForest AF Lava Soil Natural 5L","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquaForest AF Lava Soil Natural 5L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquaForest AF Lava Soil Natural 5L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a natural volcanic lava-based substrate designed for freshwater aquariums. Enriched with valuable minerals, it provides a nutrient-rich foundation for aquatic plants while its highly porous structure creates an excellent environment for the development of beneficial microorganisms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe unique structure of AF Lava Soil promotes strong plant rooting and improves water circulation throughout the substrate. Better circulation helps prevent the formation of anaerobic zones where bacteria capable of producing toxic hydrogen sulfide can develop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the substrate gradually releases minerals into the water, it helps support balanced nutrient availability and efficient nutrient uptake by aquatic plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural volcanic lava-based aquarium substrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnriched with valuable minerals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for freshwater aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGradually releases minerals into the water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly porous structure supports beneficial microorganisms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePromotes healthy root development\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImproves water circulation within the substrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps prevent anaerobic zones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports balanced nutrient distribution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnhances nutrient availability for aquatic plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThoroughly rinsed and ready for aquarium setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports Healthy Plant Growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAF Lava Soil provides aquatic plants with a supportive growing environment while gradually releasing minerals that can contribute to healthy plant development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent Rooting Environment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe unique substrate structure makes it easier for aquatic plants to establish strong and healthy root systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports Beneficial Microorganisms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts high porosity provides plenty of surface area for beneficial microorganisms to colonise, helping support biological processes within the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImproves Substrate Water Circulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe porous structure encourages better water movement through the substrate, helping distribute nutrients more evenly and improve their availability to plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps Prevent Anaerobic Zones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImproved circulation helps reduce the formation of stagnant areas within the substrate where undesirable bacteria capable of producing toxic hydrogen sulfide may develop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Mineral Release\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAF Lava Soil gradually releases minerals into the aquarium water, providing additional support for plant growth during the early stages of aquarium development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor aquarium setup, place approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7 cm of AF Lava Soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e across the bottom of the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAdd approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7 cm of AF Lava Soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to the bottom of the tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFill the aquarium with water to approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant your aquatic plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete the filling of the aquarium with water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInitial Water Haziness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough AF Lava Soil is thoroughly rinsed before packaging, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eslight water haziness may occur immediately after filling the aquarium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a natural occurrence, does not cause side effects and should normally disappear within approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAF Lava Soil contains a high level of minerals that are gradually released into the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo avoid excessive accumulation of micronutrients, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquaForest recommends limiting the dosage of micronutrient fertilisers during the first six months after setting up the aquarium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonitor your aquarium and adjust fertilisation according to plant requirements and water parameters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreshwater aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanted aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquascaping setups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural-style aquarium layouts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquariums with rooted aquatic plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarists looking for a porous, mineral-rich substrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew aquarium setups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e AquaForest AF Lava Soil Natural\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural volcanic lava substrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Summary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate a strong foundation for your planted aquarium with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquaForest AF Lava Soil Natural 5L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Made from natural volcanic lava and enriched with valuable minerals, its porous structure supports \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehealthy plant roots, beneficial microorganisms and improved water circulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e throughout the substrate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for freshwater aquariums and aquascaping, AF Lava Soil gradually releases minerals while helping create a balanced environment for aquatic plants to establish and thrive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquatic Pets SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44734979113003,"sku":"5902026738415","price":770.5,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/4676\/6123\/files\/aquaforestLavaSoilNatural.png?v=1786476938","url":"https:\/\/aquaticpetssa.com\/products\/aquaforest-af-lava-soil-natural-5l","provider":"Aquatic Pets SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}