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| 1-Question. What is ActivFlora®? |
Answer: ActivFlora® Planted Aquarium Substrate is a Bio-Activ NUTRIENT-ENRICHED® gravel
specially developed and suited for planted aquaria. ActivFlora® gravels are naturally abundant in
trace elements that instantly provide a nutrient-rich environment in which your aquatic plants will
thrive and achieve optimum health and growth.
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| 2-Question. Where does ActivFlora® come from? |
Answer: Our ActivFlora® Planted Aquarium Substrates comes from river beds and river basins
located around the world.
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| 3-Question. What are the essential elements of ActivFlora®? |
Answer:The essential elements of ActivFlora® are as follows: Aluminum, Barium, Calcium,
Cobalt, Chromium, Copper, Iron, Potassium, Magnesium, Manganese, Sodium, Nickel, Vanadium,
Zinc.
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| 4-Question. How is it used? |
Answer: For new setups, empty contents of bag into aquarium and fill with de-chlorinated tap
water or distilled water. ActivFlora® will naturally bi-segment into 2 layers with finer grade
substrate settling on the bottom layer. If adding to an existing system, lower tank level prior to
introducing new substrate and add slowly, while mixing.
ActivFlora® Planted Aquarium Substrate is pre-washed by a nutri-stabilizing process to preserve
abundant trace elements and reduce cloudiness when introduced to an aquarium. Cloudiness can
be further minimized by filling tank at a slow rate so that the ActivFlora® base is not disturbed.
Slight initial cloudiness is normal and will clear rapidly (1–6 hours).
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| 5-Question. What are the benefits of using ActivFlora®? |
Answer: Some of the benefits of using ActivFlora® are as follows:
• ActivFlora® contains a natural balance of essential minerals that are 100% Natural
does not contain
artificial dyes or additives
• ActivFlora® 's natural color is derived from its nutrient-rich composition.
· Will not alter pH in your Planted Aquarium.
· Naturally Spherical grains promote maximum diffusion.
• ActivFlora® is rich in Iron, No need for laterite.
• Marine Heterotrophic, contains LIVE® Heterotrophic bacteria for Instant Cycling® of your
planted aquarium.
• Promotes healthy root system - ActivFlora® is extremely micro porous by nature
• ActivFlora® contains a vast store of micronutrients which are slow-released and can be
readily accessed in larger amounts by plant roots, making it self-sustaining for an indefinite
period of time.
• Bio-activ Phosphorous™ for faster, healthier plant growth.
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| 6-Question. What does it look like? |
| 7-Question. Who uses ActivFlora™? |
Answer: Saltwater and freshwater tank aquarist use our ActivFlora® Planted Aquarium Substrates.
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| 8-Question.
Where can I buy ActivFlora®? |
| 9-Question. How do I clean my ActivFlora® substrate for initial use? |
Answer: For first time new setups, empty contents of bag into aquarium and fill with de-chlorinated tap water or distilled water. ActivFlora® will automatically bi-segment into 2 layers with finer grade substrate on the bottom.
If adding to an existing system, drain liquid prior to introducing new substrate and add slowly, while
mixing.
ActivFlora® Planted Aquarium Substrate is pre-washed by a nutri-stabilizing process to preserve
abundant trace elements and reduce cloudiness when introduced to an aquarium. Cloudiness can
be further minimized by filling tank at a slow rate so that the ActivFlora® base is not disturbed.
Slight initial cloudiness is normal and will clear rapidly (1–6 hours).
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| 10-Question. How Much ActivFlora® Should I Use? |
Answer: Plants must be placed in substrate with roots as deep as possible. Stabilize with rocks,
wood or other decorative medium. One ActivFlora® bag is sufficient for about a 5 cm (2 inch)
deep bed in a typical 40 L (10 gallon) tank.
Recommended use is 1 kg (2lbs) for approximately each 200 cm (31 in) of tank bottom at a depth
of 5 cm (2 in). ( pounds per gallon)
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| 11-Question. How long will the ActivFlora® last? |
| 12-Question.
What are some other recommended products for my freshwater plant tank? |
Answer: Any of our Nature's Rocks® decorations will help create a more natural stunning planted
aquarium system.
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| 13-Question. How should plants be place in the ActivFlora® substrate? |
Answer: Plants must be placed in substrate with roots as deep as possible. Stabilize with rocks,
wood or other decorative medium. This bag is sufficient for about a 5 cm (2 inch) deep bed in a
typical 40 L (10 gallon) tank.
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| 14-Question. How do I clean my ActivFlora® substrate periodically? |
Answer: It is not recommended to clean the ActivFlora® Planted Substrate for your aquarium. If
you agitate the surface the loose particulars will begin to float and your filter system will remove it.
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| 15-Question. Will undergravel root heaters damage the ActivFlora® substrates? |
Answer: ActivFlora® is a true stone material and will not be harmed from using any type of
heater in your planted aquarium.
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| 16-Question. I just put Activ Flora® in my tank and its cloudy, why is it cloudy? |
Answer: ActivFlora® uses a fine particle size that can cause some temporary cloudiness after
water is added. This temporary cloudiness normally clears within 4- 6 hours but in some rare cases
could take up to 24 hours to clear (dependant on filtration methods). To help reduce the
disturbance of the ActivFlora® substrate during setup, place a bowl on the substrate and add
water in the bowl versus pouring new water directly on the substrate. A simple water clarifier can
be added to the aquarium water if you wish to speed up the settling of the particles in the water
column. ActivFlora's fine particle size creates a large area of macro-porosity for stronger root
growth and overall plant health.
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