OVERVIEW

Aquascaping a shallow aquarium while maximizing depth is no easy task. From the start, we knew we wanted to scape with Icelandic Lava Stone. Unlike standard Black Lava Rock, Icelandic Lava Rock features distinct textures and varied coloration, adding interest to the aquascape. Aquarium-grade Lava Rock has a porous structure, making it lightweight and beneficial for biological filtration—giving aquarists more value per pound. With careful rock selection, we constructed two high-sloping hills on each side. The Icelandic Lava Stone hardscape was positioned to reinforce and support the elevated mounds of planted aquarium substrate. A fine natural sand path was added to enhance the illusion of depth in this low-profile aquascape.

A mix of aquatic foreground plants—including Utricularia graminifolia, Hemianthus callitrichoides ‘Cuba’, Micranthemum 'Monte Carlo’, and Microcarpaea minima Merrill—was chosen to intertwine naturally, creating a lush, organic appearance.

CARE

TANK CAPACITY: 10 Gallon Shallow
Maintenance:

• High

Lighting:

• High

CO2:

• High