HOW TO TRIM AQUARIUM PLANTS LIKE A PRO!
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Күн бұрынIn today's video we are going back to the basics! I'm going to explain the step by step process of trimming different types of aquarium plants.
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Dwarf Hairgrass (Eleocharis parvula)
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Riccardia moss
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Crypt parva
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Crypt lutea
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Crypt walkeri
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0:00 - Intro
1:26 - Stem plants
4:50 - Rosette plants
7:35 - Epiphytes
10:24 - Carpeting plants
13:20 - Moss
15:19 - Tubers & bulbs
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
Equipment I like to use (affiliate links) Tank US: bit.ly/3EbkdxH EU: bit.ly/3S3y9ht Light US: bit.ly/3S2WxjC EU: bit.ly/3z6R16F Filter US: bit.ly/3yxFttR EU: bit.ly/3eoYxUn Clear Filter Pipes US: bit.ly/3RsFJkT EU: bit.ly/3AL5oyv Substrate US: bit.ly/3bux8yR EU: bit.ly/3qhHDt4 Wood (similar) US: bit.ly/3VmDUJ0 EU: bit.ly/3MwgKfm Rocks (similar) US: bit.ly/3yAO7Yk EU: bit.ly/3Tn0tLX Dwarf Hairgrass (Eleocharis parvula) US: bit.ly/3VsJIR5 Umbrella Hair Grass (Eleocharis Vivipara) US: bit.ly/3MpO9br Riccardia moss US: bit.ly/3SR3Zy9 Juncus repens US: bit.ly/3yyJjmo Crypt parva US: bit.ly/3Cs0APn Crypt lutea US: bit.ly/3yBGDo7 Crypt walkeri US: bit.ly/3rSxBzu 🚨Watch this next!🚨 Inspiration playlist! • Build Videos CO2 buying guide! • BEST CO2 SYSTEM F... How to SETUP your CO2! • EVERYTHING YOU NE... Simple fertilizer dosing! • SIMPLE AQUARIUM P... 👉🏻Cool Aquascaping T-shirts: mosscotton.com/ Code: mjaqua10 👉🏻Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to my KZfaq channel: / mjaquascaping 👉🏻 Use Code ''MJAMSTERDAM'' for 10% off Fzone products #plantedtank #aquascape #mjaquascaping
@aurikarusnak8872 Жыл бұрын
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@centurion6789 Жыл бұрын
Hey MJ; I was wondering what shelf you have behind you? I prefer smaller tanks (I keep shrimp and snail tanks) and your shelf seems to be able to support the weight which is my biggest concern for my precious babies. I wouldn’t want it to break under the weight one day while I’m out. Thanks!
@ikanpari24 Жыл бұрын
the knowledge you have shared to us is unmeasurable. i hope you keep aquascaping as long as you live.
@oftheHowl Жыл бұрын
Immeasurable is the word you were looking for btw
@asiam.5671 Жыл бұрын
I hope he keeps aquascaping as long as I live :D
@ragingcow Жыл бұрын
it is measurable tho he gave advice on 6 different types of plants :)
@taylorhale1035 Жыл бұрын
This has got to be your most informative video yet! I think you've found where you shine when it comes to the aquarium hobby: plant keeping and propagation! I definitely learned a lot here. Too often I find myself arbitrarily going through and just cutting things that look bad without knowing how exactly it will affect the plants production.
@matz4k Жыл бұрын
The first time trimming my Monte Carlo I was so shaky that I pulled out three plants. Resting my arm on the glass helped a lot, stupid in hindsight :D
@GTJanne Жыл бұрын
Finally, the lesson that I need. Was trimming my 2 months aquascape and yeah, moss part is something else Thanks for the tips and cant wait to see more tips😊
@MandyJane123700 Жыл бұрын
Well, this video came out at the perfect time! I have a three month old planted tank, and I know I need to trim everything, but I was worried about how to do it. I'm especially glad you talked about stem plants because mine are already breaking the surface, but there are lots of gaps and I would love for everything to fill in and look lush. I didn't know I could trim them so short, and I didn't know they would grow back with two branches. Thank you for explaining this. I have gone back over some of your older videos for help with other issues, and you have been a great help.
@stefan8410 4 ай бұрын
Great video! Very good script, compact with a lot of information and still not feeling rushed/high tempo. Perfect!
@jamespozone5238 Жыл бұрын
Excellent topic rarely discussed!
@Mike-rm1vw Жыл бұрын
Extremely helpful… Thanks 👍
@voora4290 Жыл бұрын
thank you for this helpful video!
@tracys.6033 Жыл бұрын
Very helpful MJ. Thanks
@szigyutube Жыл бұрын
Great video! Thank you!
@Holmesisaok 9 ай бұрын
Love this video thanks for the tips!
@TheChinamen1 Жыл бұрын
This is very helpful, thank you!
@cwillox4253 Жыл бұрын
This is the video I was waiting for, very helpful thank you 😊
@mlopat1 Жыл бұрын
You are doing great job Mate.
@griffynmester Жыл бұрын
Super informative and detailed video, thank you
@Bornintheseat Жыл бұрын
thank you for the great video! very well presented and very informative!
@DogeMcCloud1 Жыл бұрын
This video came out at a perfect timing. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!
@reedtaylor3451 Жыл бұрын
Great video, MJ! This is perfect guidance
@asiam.5671 Жыл бұрын
It was very useful. Thank you :)
@rickyabdullah4758 Жыл бұрын
Great trimming tips
@Giftig--Daniel-P Жыл бұрын
Amazing thank you.
@valeriee9532 Жыл бұрын
This is a very informative video. Thank you MJ.
@troutstudio 10 ай бұрын
Excellent video. You are so knowledgeable and teach so well.
@jordanforever2345 Жыл бұрын
Bookmarking it now. Thanks for sharing!!!
@roshaqua Жыл бұрын
it's very instrasting, super clean.👌
@1TotalDork 3 ай бұрын
Many thanks!
@hotwater8473 10 ай бұрын
This was extremely helpful as I’m getting ready to start the dark start on my first tank, thanks Mark!
@aquariusgine6829 Жыл бұрын
Video came at a good time!
@Essoral 8 ай бұрын
your illustrations were so helpful! really well thought out. you’re a good educator!
@aharonm2073 Жыл бұрын
I've been watching your videos now for a few months, and I have to say, you make some of the best videos out there. I like the music, the content and the way you give it over. Thank you for all your hard work in making these videos, they are much appreciated!
@laszloszocs7477 Жыл бұрын
nice refresh thx for the vid :D always something to learn from your vids :D
@lets-live-life 4 ай бұрын
Well explained bro. Thank you
@seanu4963 Жыл бұрын
I wish this video was out last year. It would have saved a lot of stress and research time when trimming my plants. Great information!
@jennw3408 Жыл бұрын
Great timing on this video! I need to do my second trimming & fix the 1st trimming mistakes lol. Thank you MJ!
@aaronglennyan3530 2 ай бұрын
thanks for sharing your knowledge. good job. salute!
@theaquaticdesert Жыл бұрын
Wow what a coincidence i was planning on trimming my Eleocharis and some ludiwgias thanks for the video 👍🏻😊
@lots33ml Жыл бұрын
Good information as usual MJ just getting ready to do my first trim and this video has helped immensely. Later brother
@MrTommyj200sx Жыл бұрын
Will be rescaping my tank soon and adding soil and planting things properly and This is an awsome helpful vid. Prob best on plants on YT.
@Hoot1forever 11 ай бұрын
My tank has been set up for 6 weeks. I was wondering when I could snip my plants. Your videos are informative and to the point. Keep up the great work and I love your aquascaping talent!
@jroager Жыл бұрын
Ugly Leaves Matter! ULM 😂😂😂😂 J/K … that was the very best explanation I have ever seen on trimming plants! I have yet to build my first aqua scape, but getting more educated first.
@amirhamja7724 Жыл бұрын
Great informative video. I have watched many trimming videos in KZfaq, but Yours is very well arranged. Algea series of yours is also well arranged.
@emberframe6994 Жыл бұрын
This is a great video I'm always worried about trimming my carpeting plants.
@tombarb2864 Жыл бұрын
I always learn something new. Thanks for this video MJ
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@Christian-ql4vw 6 ай бұрын
This video needs more views
@BrendanKnowles Жыл бұрын
Very helpful video. Keep up the awesome content 👏
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙌
@massimobrigati6649 Жыл бұрын
Bravo mark, very useful video, there are many videos on this topic, but few explain how to prune correctly, another interesting topic could be on how to fix epiphytic plants on wood or rocks, how to tie moss correctly or how to fix other epiphytic plants, what materials to use and above all how to proceed...hello and thank you!
@jasonyang5296 Жыл бұрын
For real you should be a teacher. Ur explanations are soo good
@Sabrisalim 4 ай бұрын
Thank i was wondering how to trim stem plants my stem plant has overgrown so much i needed some guide :P. thanks for the video
@Mrbogangles666 4 ай бұрын
How do you have so few views? The most informative, to the point video about this I could find
@MrVili83 Жыл бұрын
Salut mark, super vidéo et format au top comme d'habitude. Et je suis d'accord avec toi se sujet la personne ne développe pour la taille des plantes Alors que ses importants de savoir couper les plantes. Je te remercie beaucoup pour ton travail et ton partage de connaissance. A bientôt et encore merci.
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy 👍🏻😎
@nancywaterhouse3135 Жыл бұрын
Great explicit information! On a new low tech tank set up, how soon would it be advisable to start trimming stem plants?
@petervandieren Жыл бұрын
Nice tips. And for floating plants just scoope out if there are too many.
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
Exactly!
@nickdisjunkt Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great guide. Where would plants like Blyxa Japonica fit into this?
@ericasantiago1374 Жыл бұрын
Question: what carpeting plant would you recommend for a low tech tank and a beginner hobbyist? And, how much of it would you plant to get it going? I live in U.S. and am thinking it may be best to purchase online and have it delivered. Thoughts or recommendations for a great business to purchase from? Thank you for all the time/energy you put into your work and sharing it! You bring a lot of beauty.
@Xinixx Жыл бұрын
Awsome video and good explanation! I like your videos and learn alot about it. A question i have is: do you also change your lean fertilizer method routine afther trimming, for a week or so? because i heard some people are doing that because the plants have a shock afther trimming.
@mrblobby8534 Жыл бұрын
Another enjoyable and informative video... would love a little more depth on Transitioning Plants from Emersed to Submersed .. having a struggle there..
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
Noted!
@xXSCARECROW19Xx Жыл бұрын
I'd love a quick video on how you do your water changes and the equipment you use in a bit more detail. I need a better way of doing it.
@lifewithnikka7440 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful video! Ideally, how far apart should we plant our stem plants in a no CO2 medium to high medium light set up? I understand they should be further apart in this situation and am wondering what your recommendations are Also, this was the best video I've ever seen on this subject! Your teaching method actually makes it all make sense to me. Very good job! Thank you so much!! ☺️☺️☺️
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
It doesn't really matter how far apart you plant them. I guess it depends on how big of an area you want to plant, and the amount of stems you have available. Just go with what feels right to you, and I'm sure it will work out 😊
@ArthurStAndre-jy9mt 3 ай бұрын
I have a very deep tank where itis very hard to trim close to the bottom. I need scissors with and long (~30inches) adjustable handle. Where can I get one? Thanks for a great video
@Hren_C Жыл бұрын
Great video (as always) and super helpful! in regards to stem plants, should they be planted individually or is it ok to bunch a few together with a lead weight and plant like that? Thank you!
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
You can definitely bunch them together!
@davorlovrenc9352 Жыл бұрын
Great video as allways, just question about maitenence of aquario neo inlet and outlet, is it posible to clean it in bleech like standard glass. Thanx and all the best to you..
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
Yeah you can clean them with bleach 👍
@senyk1 Жыл бұрын
Hi MJ! could we get a update on the twinstar algae controller experiment? or did i miss a video where the experiment was complete?
@neur0ness Жыл бұрын
Dwarf Saggitaria. When you trim it, the remaining leaf blade will melt. So you can't really have a trimmed carpet of dwarf sag. Something I've experienced in my own tank.
@muhammadrizkyananda1674 Жыл бұрын
Please create a video about how you maintain your all aquascapes
@jamben567 Жыл бұрын
Very informative video. Been struggling with my stem plants, always losing leaves on lower parts? Any tips? Thank you!
@detlefh.7090 Жыл бұрын
Hi James, the reason for premature dropping off of lower leaves or for leaves that soon become ugly typically is low phosphate levels. Careful when dosing PO4, plants don't need much, aim for constant levels.
@TanksAndTooMuchTime Жыл бұрын
MJ, I have Ludwigia Super Red in my 20 gal (75 L) tank and only get the nice red leaves when it gets closer to the surface. Using a Fluval 3.0 light, just don’t feel I can turn it up too much without setting the algae off. How do you recommend I go about getting more of the nice red leaves closer to the substrate? Should I snip off the tops and replace everything like you mentioned in this video?
@bryanreilly4117 Жыл бұрын
Hey what's the big stand behind you with the multi levels and tanks? Would love to grab one for my fishroom
@chapzer6686 Жыл бұрын
This was really helpful, I guess I’ve always struggled with when to trim my plants in fear that I would harm them. Most of my tanks have a carpeting plant (hair grass) and after a trim it tends to yellow at the tips figured it was a reason to not trim but now I’m thinking it’s normal
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
Yeah this is normal
@eldiefranzjoseph5182 Жыл бұрын
Ow thank you I was relief with this 😁✌️ Thank u MJ
@aurikarusnak8872 Жыл бұрын
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@CR604 4 ай бұрын
Love ur videos. Btw your shirt looks like pajamas
@pimneij2219 Жыл бұрын
I love watching your video's. I need a bit of advise. I am in the proces of starting my own tank. just filled up with plants a week ago. And my crypt parva is turning yellow maybe a nitro deficiency? and my Anubias is showing holes in the leaves. maybe pottasium deficiency? But i also have some red root floaters (not to many) and they are growing nicely, lots of new leaves. If they are growing it means there is nutricien right? i added profito from easylife. this has no nitro and phosphate. There are no vis yet, so maybe it is a nitro/phosfate deficiency? the lights are running low and short during this start up fase. Am i doing any thing wrong or am i impatient :P any tips wil be appreciated. Greetings from Noord Holland Medemblik,
@tomelliottguitartutor1325 Жыл бұрын
Hi Mark any tips on trimming marsilea, great post.
@detlefh.7090 Жыл бұрын
Hi Tom I am obviously not Mark but I am growing a mixture of Marsilea and dwarf hair grass. I have mowed it several times like you would do with Cuba or Glosso. It always came back quite nicely with no problems.
@tomelliottguitartutor1325 Жыл бұрын
@@detlefh.7090 thanks as pruning individual leaves is a painful process. I will give it a try
@aurikarusnak8872 Жыл бұрын
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@craigmonty Жыл бұрын
Where would you categories Echinodorus Bolivianus? Carpet plant as well? Is that something I should be trimming as well or do I just let it do its thing?
@user-xp7nv6fo1c Жыл бұрын
how do you feel about quarantine fish before adding them to a tank? and how long would u quarantine them. p.s. have enjoyed your videos
@glassyGREEN_ Жыл бұрын
Where did you get your shelf in your background from? I really love this. And also your video 😊
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
here you go! www.leenbakker.nl/kasten/boekenkasten/wandmeubel-kyan-zwart-naturel-180x120x40-cm
@glassyGREEN_ Жыл бұрын
@@MJAquascaping Thank you so much!
@Bojingforever1 Жыл бұрын
how about the lighting, schedule of it and how much lumens needed to have a stunning plants?
@stevedenruyter4902 Жыл бұрын
When do you start trimming with a new tank? Did a darkstart for 6 weeks, it’s now planted. How long do I wait?
@TitanChief10 Жыл бұрын
Heey, I was wondering if you have more tips for trimming bulb plants, especially how to keep them compact. I bought a Thai lotus bulb online with a couple of leaves. At first the new leaves were quite compact but they already started growing upwards. Now all new leaves have enormous stems going all the way to the surface forming lillypads. I don't mind a few lilly pads but I would really prefer the compact look. However, I'm afraid to trim of all the leaves as the newest leaves are already getting smaller indicating that the plant is loosing reserves instead of gaining them. Is there anything triming related that I can do to keep it more compact? Or could it be that the light intensity is simply not high enough to keep the plant compact? I imagine that could be the case, but I already have insane troubles with algea eventhough the I drasticly reduced exposure so I'm really scared to cranck it back up.
@donutnuts4594 Жыл бұрын
how about emersed stem plant when first trim? IME cut as low as possible cause them to stunted and smaller new growth
@rodrigotorrez Жыл бұрын
I trimmed my crips, didn't leave any leaf, they all regrew and they look better now
@chrisdottanck 10 ай бұрын
Will it be a problem is all the leaves are cut off and only leave the stalk?
@Eddddding Жыл бұрын
In the video you have the bucephalandras floating around after you trim them. How do you reattach them to the rocks?
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
Just wedge them in the cracks or use some gel type super glue 😊
@0nly_M3 Жыл бұрын
Hey Aren't you going to try more vs things lately?
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
Kind of stopped with that because of lack of inspiration for new experiments
@tfns2021 Жыл бұрын
Do you use chemical media i.e purogen or na carbon in your planted aquariums?
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
I use it only when I have some issues with water clarity, which rarely happens
@d3ath105 Жыл бұрын
Cutting floating plant roots?
@AoriaSW Жыл бұрын
Which brand does have good quality scissors?
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
Dennerle, Tropica, JBL and ADA of course, but very expensive
@andreacasoli3371 Жыл бұрын
Hi, interesting video since i'm still learning, but I've a problem with my marimo moss, it is not circular and compact, it has a flame-like shape, what can I do?
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
Flame shape? that's weird... are you sure it is marimo?
@andreacasoli3371 Жыл бұрын
@@MJAquascaping Yes, It seems that has algae, there's a way to maybe send you a photo of it?
@detlefh.7090 Жыл бұрын
When buying Marimo it is often infested with Clado which you really can't get rid of. You have to buy new in hopes you acquire clean ones.
@Aquaticvibes9775 Жыл бұрын
M J ❤️❤️
@LOLWTFBBQz Жыл бұрын
With the stem plants you mentioned doing it over and over until not good growth/deficiency. How do you start over? New plant? How could you get this plant to reproduce naturally so you can start the process yourself w/o buying new?
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
First do one final trimming session Save the healthy tops Remove the old stems and roots Replant the healthy tops
@twistedpenguin7817 Жыл бұрын
Is there any specific time to trim? Like morning or afternoon?
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
Doesn't matter 😊
@GlassSurfing Жыл бұрын
Anyone know why my trimmed stem plants DON'T bifurcate? Only one new stem grows, every time
@1Kent Жыл бұрын
Propagation!
@theviolentone Жыл бұрын
cutting/trimming vallisnaria or cyperus leaf, dont cutting straight..cut the leaves diagonally
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
Great tip!
@conservativeslovekids5326 Жыл бұрын
How do you not uproot substrate when pulling out old stems
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
That is very difficult. There will always be some substrate attached to the roots. Just shake it gently to remove as much as possible, and do a water change after that.
@detlefh.7090 Жыл бұрын
There is rarely any need for uprooting. Just trim as close to the substrate as possible, the remainder will decompose soon without any down sides. If you really have to take out an entire plant, pls do it veeery slowly and conduct heavy water changes immediately afterwards.
@TamNguyen811 Жыл бұрын
The issues I have with stem plants is after a while there is no leaves on the bottom of the stem but tons of roots which make it ugly. How do you fix this?
@MJAquascaping Жыл бұрын
When that happens I would remove the bottom and replant the nice looking tops. Could also be that you need a stronger light
@KoalaAquatics Жыл бұрын
The amount of times as a beginner I would purposely rip up every plant just to trim and replant lol…
@NK-kr8sj Жыл бұрын
There's no trimming Jungle Vals I'm guessing, I cut the tops off sometimes just to make them more manageable and let some light through but I get some die off at the tips later on which looks horrible anyone got any tips for them?
@petervandieren Жыл бұрын
Vallisneria is a rosette plant. Cut the unwanted leaf as close to the bottom as possible.
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