How to unlock the benefits of this all-in-one booster for new tanks.
Yes, with smaller grains (less than 2mm). Coarse grained inert substrates such as pea gravel have no ability to bind nutrients - any root tabs or substrate fertiliser will quickly diffuse into the water column. Adding root tabs in such a scenario wil
APT START contains a rich blend of essential macro and micro nutrients, organic humus and enzymes that enhance bacteria and microbial activity. It improves the cation exchange capacity of substrate and nutrient availability to plant root zones. APT S
The blue sachet included in APT Start contains a concoction of beneficial bacteria strains in a dormant state that activate when wet.
Yes. However please note that bacterial interactions are complex and more does not necessarily lead to faster or more complete cycling.
Each APT START pouch caters to ~60x30cm area ( size of a 2 foot tank). If your tank is smaller, you can use the substrate contents proportionately. However, the blue sachet should be used all at once.
We recommend at least 1.5" (~ 4cm) of substrate.
Adding fish immediately to an uncycled tank is never advisable. We recommend adding fish only after the tank has matured. Ammonia and nitrites are not the only indicators of water quality in an aquarium. Water can measure 0ppm Ammonia and 0ppm Nitrit
Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight. Use within 1 year of opening. The blue sachet contains dormant bacteria and should be used completely once opened.
You can add APT Jazz after ~ 4 to 6 months. APT Start enriches the substrate with ammoniacal nitrogen and a wide spectrum of essential nutrients and trace elements based on APT's Capstone formula. These nutrients are naturally consumed after ~ 4 to 6