Choosing a quality substrate is an essential part of a nature aquarium as it provides vital nutrients for lush plant growth and helps balance water properties by decreasing the hardness/pH to optimal levels for aquatic plants, shrimp, and most tropical fish.
Originating in Japan, Ultum Nature Systems Controsoil consists of high-quality natural soil and volcanic ash. It’s common for competing substrates to cause ammonia levels to spike. While this helps “jump start” a tank and promotes plant growth; it is toxic to livestock and can cause unsightly algae during initial stages of an aquarium set up. Controsoil provides the perfect level of nutrients without excess. Many have successfully added livestock within the first 24 hours of a newly set up tank with this substrate without worry. We do, however, suggest making sure that ammonia and nitrites are eliminated before adding livestock.
Controsoil is available in various granule sizes and colors to accommodate user preference and aquatic plant choice.
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No Rinsing Required
Inhibits cloudy water by actively absorbing impurities
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Low Ammonia Release
Promotes and accelerates beneficial bacteria growth
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pH & kH buffering
Buffers water to slightly acidic pH and lowers total water hardness for better aquatic plant nutrient consumption environment
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Optimal For Fish And Shrimp
Suitable for all fresh water inhabitants such as tropical fish and shrimp that prefer slightly acidic aquarium water
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Designed For Planted Aquariums
Granule composition and sizes provide optimal oxygen exchange and rich nutrients for aquatic plants
AVAILABLE GRANULE SIZES AND COLORS
EXTRA FINE
Great for top-offs and nano tanks
FINE
Ideal for shorter root aquatic plants such as foreground plants
NORMAL
The standard for larger scale aquariums and aquatic plants with thicker roots