{"product_id":"aquaforest-af-macro-250ml","title":"AquaForest AF Macro 250ml","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquaForest AF Macro 250ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquaForest AF Macro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a highly concentrated, all-in-one macronutrient fertilizer designed to provide aquatic plants with the essential nutrients they need for intensive, healthy growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts carefully balanced formula combines \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enitrogen, phosphorus and potassium (NPK)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emagnesium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, supplying key building blocks involved in plant cell structures, proteins, enzymes and nucleic acids.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegular use helps support vigorous plant growth, strong shoots and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eintense, natural plant coloration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. AF Macro is particularly well suited to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eheavily planted aquariums with relatively few fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where natural nutrient production may not provide sufficient macronutrients for demanding 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\u003eHighly concentrated macronutrient fertilizer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eComplete \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNPK + magnesium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e formula\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContains nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and magnesium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports intensive and healthy plant growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps maintain strong plant development\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports intense, natural plant coloration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides essential nutrients used in plant cell structures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for heavily planted aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticularly suitable for aquariums with a small amount of fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan be combined with AF Micro and AF Carbon Boost\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\u003eComplete Macronutrient Support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAF Macro provides four important plant nutrients — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and magnesium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — in one concentrated formula.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePromotes Healthy Plant Growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMacronutrients are essential for plant development. Regular supplementation helps provide the nutrients plants need to grow vigorously and develop healthy shoots and foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports Natural Plant Colouration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA balanced supply of macronutrients helps maintain healthy plant development and supports strong, natural coloration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for Heavily Planted Aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquariums containing large amounts of aquatic plants can have a higher demand for nutrients. AF Macro is particularly useful in heavily planted setups with relatively low fish stocking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps Prevent Nutrient Deficiency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInsufficient macronutrients can lead to slowed growth, weakened shoots and leaf discolouration. AF Macro helps replenish essential macronutrients and support healthy plant 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\u003eDose \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 ml of AF Macro per 100 litres of aquarium water twice per week\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor best results, AquaForest recommends using AF Macro alongside \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAF Micro and AF Carbon Boost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your aquarium has a higher demand for a specific macronutrient, additional supplementation with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAF N Boost, AF PO4 or AF K Boost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may be used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDosage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard dosage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 ml per 100 litres of aquarium water, twice per week.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNutrient Increase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 ml in 10 litres of aquarium water raises approximately:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNutrient\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncrease\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNO₃ Nitrogen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 mg\/L (ppm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eP Phosphorus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.35 mg\/L (ppm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eK Potassium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.5 mg\/L (ppm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMg Magnesium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.2 mg\/L (ppm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not use AF Macro alongside other complete macronutrient fertilisers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombining multiple macronutrient formulas can lead to excessive nutrient concentrations, potentially resulting in plant overexposure and algae blooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf additional nutrients are required, use targeted supplements such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAF N Boost, AF PO4 or AF K Boost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e based on your aquarium's specific needs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso note that \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ezeolite and\/or activated carbon may reduce the effectiveness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of the formula.\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\u003eHeavily planted freshwater aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquascaping setups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquariums with a small amount of fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquariums with high plant nutrient demands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarists looking for an all-in-one NPK + magnesium fertilizer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse alongside AF Micro and AF Carbon Boost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Summary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive your aquatic plants a complete foundation of essential macronutrients with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquaForest AF Macro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its concentrated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and magnesium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e formula supports vigorous plant growth, healthy development and intense natural coloration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned especially for heavily planted aquariums with low fish stocking, AF Macro provides the essential nutrients plants need when natural nutrient availability isn't enough to meet their demands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquatic Pets SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44734930092075,"sku":null,"price":225.4,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/4676\/6123\/files\/aquaforestMacro.png?v=1786476232","url":"https:\/\/aquaticpetssa.com\/products\/aquaforest-af-macro-250ml","provider":"Aquatic Pets SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}