Description
Tropica Substrate
This is a plant nutrient growth media.
- A concentrate, used under gravel when planning the aquarium
- Ensures healthy and long-term growth
- Is neutral and does not affect the KH or pH value of the water
- The substrate absorbs nutrients and makes them available for plant roots
How to use the product
Plant Growth Substrate is laid in a 1 cm thick layer on the bottom of the aquarium, when the aquarium is built. The table below provides recommended Plant Growth Substrate amounts for a number of standard aquarium sizes.

Delivery Information
| Delivery Option | Price | Speed | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Local Delivery (Thanet) | FREE | 1–2 working days | CT8, CT9, CT10, CT11, CT12 postcodes |
| Economy (Royal Mail) | From £2.99 | 2–3 working days | Small/light items |
| Standard Courier | From £6.50 | 1–2 working days | Most orders |
| Express AM | From £9.99 | Next working day (AM) | Urgent orders |
| Saturday Delivery | From £12.50 | Saturday | Weekend delivery |
| Pallet / Large Goods | From £65 / free on qualifying mainland UK orders | 2–6 working days | Aquariums & heavy items |
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