Konoha Springs
Konoha Springs is a 5.5-gallon nano planted aquarium featuring Pacific Wood as the sole hardscape material. The structure forms a strong central focal point while extending outward to introduce curvature and shape, all while maintaining open space for aquatic plant growth.
At the base, a combination of Aquario Neo Soil and UNS Controsand Mojave and Santa Fe was used to create an organic transition between planted areas and a small foreground nook. This contrast adds depth and forms a subtle, cove-like space within the compact footprint of the tank.
Planting was kept loose, yet intentional. While general areas were considered for foreground, midground, and background, strict placement was avoided to allow aquatic plants to naturally intertwine as they grow. The goal is a wabi-sabi aesthetic: an unmanicured, evolving layout that develops over time.
This nano planted aquarium runs on a simple, reliable system featuring a Blitz Stainless Steel canister filter, Twinstar lighting, and daily APT 1 fertilization. The result is a balanced aquascape that prioritizes enjoyment and approachable maintenance over rigid rules.
| TANK MODEL | ADA Mini M |
|---|---|
| Tank Volume | 5.5 Gallons |
| Tank Dimensions | 14 × 8.5 × 10" |
| Filtration | Ultum Nature Systems Blitz 32oz Canister Filter Ultum Nature Systems Pro Filter Tubing |
| Lighting | Twinstar 300EA IV |
| CO2 | Ultum Nature Systems Mini Regulator Ultum Nature Systems Pro Inline CO2 Diffuser 24oz Paintball CO2 Cylinder |
| Substrate | Aquario Neo Soil Ultum Nature Systems Controsand Mojave Ultum Nature Systems Controsand Santa Fe |
| Hardscape | Pacific Wood |
| Accessories | None |
| Plant List | Bucephalandra Brownie Phoenix Bucephalandra Sekadau Bukit Betung Hygrophila Pinnatifida 'UK' Juncus Repens Lilaeopsis Brasilensis Limnophila Mini Vietnam Myriophyllum Elatinoides 'Mini' Rotala Bangladesh Rotala Ceylon Rotala Manipurensis Rotala sp. Goias |
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