Beginner Aquarium Plant Pack
Want live aquarium plants but have no idea which ones to choose? Our Beginner Aquarium Plant Pack takes the guesswork out of getting started.
We'll select 5 easy-care aquarium plants from the healthy plants we have available, focusing on hardy species that are well suited to beginners and straightforward planted aquariums.
Each pack contains 5 bunches of approximately 3–4 stems, or individual plants depending on the species, with a total retail value greater than the $20 pack price.
Why Choose the Beginner Plant Pack?
This pack is designed for people who want to add real plants to their aquarium without having to research and choose every species individually.
You get:
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5 beginner-friendly aquarium plants
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A mixture selected from our current healthy stock
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More than $20 worth of plants when purchased individually
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Hardy species suited to straightforward planted aquariums
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The ability to request particular plants or styles where stock allows
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Plants hand-selected by the Simply Fish team
It's an easy and affordable way to start adding greenery, cover and variety to a freshwater aquarium.
Who Is It For?
We recommend the Beginner Plant Pack for:
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First-time planted aquarium owners
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People setting up a new freshwater aquarium
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Anyone unsure which aquarium plants to choose
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Low-to-medium-tech planted tanks
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Community aquariums
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People wanting an affordable selection rather than buying plants individually
If you're trying to heavily plant a larger aquarium from the start, our Mega Aquarium Plant Pack may be a better option.
What Plants Will I Receive?
The exact plants vary depending on what is healthy and available when your order is packed.
Species commonly available may include:
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Ambulia
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Dwarf Sagittaria
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Star Grass
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Willow Leaf
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Hygrophila Polysperma
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Blue Hygro
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Red Hygro
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Twisted Vallisneria
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Baby Tears
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Cherry Leaf
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Red Ludwigia
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Cardamine
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Wisteria
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Rotala Rotundifolia
The selection will vary, and we cannot guarantee any particular species unless arranged beforehand.
Can I Request Certain Plants?
Absolutely.
If there is a particular plant you'd love, a plant you'd rather avoid, or something specific you're trying to achieve with your aquarium, leave us a note with your order.
We'll do our best to accommodate requests based on the plants available at the time.
Because our plant stock changes quickly, specific species cannot always be guaranteed.
Do I Need CO₂?
This pack is designed around easier aquarium plants rather than demanding high-tech species.
Many of the plants commonly selected can be grown without injected CO₂ in a suitably set-up aquarium.
Adding CO₂ can improve plant growth, but you do not need to build a high-tech CO₂ system just to start keeping aquarium plants.
What Lighting Do I Need?
Most plants selected for this pack are chosen because they are relatively forgiving.
A reasonable aquarium LED light is generally a good starting point. Plant growth will still depend on factors such as lighting strength, lighting duration, nutrients and the individual species included.
If you're using an extremely basic aquarium light or you're unsure whether your lighting is suitable, contact us and we can point you in the right direction.
Can I Plant Them in Gravel or Sand?
Many of the commonly included stem plants can be grown in standard aquarium gravel or sand.
Root-feeding plants generally benefit from additional nutrients underneath them, such as root tabs or aquarium plant fertiliser.
For a more heavily planted aquarium, a nutrient-rich planted aquarium substrate can make plant growth easier.
How Do I Plant Them?
For most bunch-style stem plants:
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Carefully remove any packaging or weights.
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Separate the stems where appropriate.
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Plant the lower section of each stem individually into your substrate.
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Leave a small amount of space between stems so light can reach the lower growth.
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Avoid burying leaves underneath the substrate.
Planting individual stems rather than pushing an entire bunch into one hole generally gives them more room to establish and grow.
Simply Fish Recommends
If you've never kept aquarium plants before, start here rather than overthinking it.
We've deliberately made this pack inexpensive and straightforward. You get a selection of plants to experiment with, learn what grows well in your aquarium and start filling out your tank without spending heavily on individual plants.
For most beginners, we'd pair the pack with a decent aquarium light and a simple aquarium plant fertiliser. You can always add more advanced equipment later if you decide to take the planted-tank side of the hobby further.
FAQ
How many plants do I receive?
You receive five plant selections. These are generally bunches containing approximately 3–4 stems or an individual plant depending on the species.
Are all five plants different?
We aim to provide a useful selection based on the healthy stock available when your order is packed. If variety is particularly important to you, leave us a note with your order.
Can I choose the exact plants?
You can request particular plants and we'll do our best, but we cannot guarantee individual species because plant availability changes quickly.
Is this suitable for a brand-new aquarium?
Yes. It's designed specifically as an easy starting point for people wanting to introduce live plants to a freshwater aquarium.
Do I need CO₂?
Not necessarily. We focus on easier plants, many of which can be grown without injected CO₂.
Do I need aquarium fertiliser?
Plants need nutrients to grow. A suitable liquid fertiliser and, where appropriate, root fertiliser can help considerably.
Is this enough plants for my aquarium?
For smaller aquariums or someone wanting to start experimenting with plants, it's a great starting point. If you're trying to heavily plant a larger aquarium from day one, we'd recommend looking at our Mega Aquarium Plant Pack instead.
