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Aquascaping

A planned, planted layout — not just plants dropped into gravel. We design around your tank's proportions, light, and the fish that will live in it.

A completed nature-style aquascape with driftwood, stone and dense planting

Overview

Aquascaping turns a tank into a composed landscape — a nature-style forest floor, a minimal iwagumi arrangement of stone, or a colourful Dutch-style planted border. Our aquascapers plan the hardscape first, then choose plants suited to your light and CO₂ setup, and either plant it on-site or hand it off to you with a full planting map.

Benefits

A layout built for your space

Planned around your actual tank dimensions and viewing angle, not a generic template.

Plants matched to your equipment

Species selected for the light and CO₂ you already have — or a shortlist of what to add.

Livestock-friendly design

Hiding spots and swimming lanes planned in from the start, not squeezed in afterward.

Our Process

Consultation

We discuss your tank size, lighting, budget, and the style you're drawn to.

Layout & plant list

A hardscape sketch and species list, sized to your tank and light level.

Sourcing

We source driftwood, stone, substrate and plants ahead of your install date.

Installation

On-site hardscape placement and planting, typically completed in one visit.

Settling-in support

A follow-up check at two weeks to trim and adjust as plants establish.

What's Included

Design consultation
Hardscape sourcing
Plant sourcing
On-site installation
Two-week follow-up trim
Care instructions sheet

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you work with tanks that already have fish in them?

Yes — we plan around your existing livestock and stage the work to minimise stress on the tank.

Do I need a CO₂ system for an aquascape?

Not always. We can design a lower-maintenance layout using easy, low-light plants if you'd rather skip CO₂ injection.

How long until the aquascape looks fully grown in?

Most layouts fill in within 6–10 weeks, depending on plant choice and light levels.

Ready to Start?

Bring Your Layout to Life.

Tell us your tank size and the look you're after — we'll take it from there.

A smaller planted aquascape tank