Aquarium substrates – the basis for a healthy and sustainable biotope

The right choice of substrate is one of the most important conditions for a stable and well-developed aquarium. It supports the roots of plants, promotes bacterial colonization and is directly involved in biological filtration. At Discus Store, we offer substrates specially selected for aquascape, planted aquariums and discus systems - fish that have high demands on water purity and stability.

What substrate should we choose?

• Active substrates
  
  Suitable for planted aquariums and aquascape. They maintain a slightly acidic pH and lower hardness, which is ideal for discus and neon tetras. They are rich in nutrients and provide an excellent start for plants.
  
  
• Inert substrates
  
  Perfect for aquariums where water parameters must remain stable. They are often used in combination with a nutrient layer when the aquarist wants precise control over fertilization.
  
  Nutrient layers
  
  They are placed under the main substrate and provide plants with a long-lasting nutritional base. Improves growth in species with a powerful root system such as cryptocorynes, echinodoruses and others.
  

Advantages of a properly selected substrate

• Better development and coloring of plants
  
• Sustainable and stable microflora
  
• Improved biological filtration
  
• More natural and beautiful vision
  
• Lower stress for fish
  

With a quality aquarium substrate you create a strong foundation that continuously works for the benefit of plants and fish. Browse our offers and choose a model that best suits your style - from a minimalist "nature" aquascape to a densely planted Dutch type.