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The dreaded algae problem. What hobbyist hasn't encountered it? But you do not have to experience algae in your Nature Aquarium. Algae usually appears when there is an imbalance in nutrients, water circulation, CO2, oxygen and light. Too many nutrients and too little CO2 will cause algae to appear. On the other hand, too much light but too few nutrients and CO2 will also cause algae. Many hobbyists think that lowering nitrates and phosphates (which are nutrients) will reduce algae outbreaks, when algae actually thrives in a low-nutrient environment. These are the main reasons why algae appears: Not enough beneficial...

Here's a quick guide: Here are examples of epiphytes we can use this technique to quickly tie to driftwood. Cable ties are great for attaching bolbits neatly and quickly without folding the leaves. Use 3-5 rhizomes depending on branch size for faster results. Loop over the bolbitis and through the eye of the cable. Tighten loop without crushing the rhizomes. Use more cable ties as necessary to secure. Trim excess length of the cable tie end.Trim excess length of the cable tie end. Finished result!!