Back Zone Aquarium Plants Mix
You will receive: 3 or 5 different background zone plants — each in a pot, freshly delivered from the nursery. Never 2 identical species in one package.
🎯 Ideal for: those who want to transform the back wall of their aquarium into a lush, densely planted background.
The Background Zone Aquarium Plants Mix immediately adds more depth and character to your aquarium. You will receive a carefully curated package of tall plants suitable for background planting in terms of size and growth habit. Each mix is unique: no two packages are the same.
🌿 Possible species in this package
Depending on availability and season, your mix may include the following species, among others:
- Rotala Rotundifolia
- Echinodorus Bleheri
- Vallisneria Spiralis
- Hygrophila Corymbosa
- Ludwigia Repens
- Cryptocoryne Wendtii Green
- ...and other suitable background zone plants from our assortment
*Each mix has a different composition — there are never 2 identical species in 1 package.
📦 Choose your package
| 3 Pack | 3 different background zone plants — for €9,99 |
| 5 Pack | 5 different background zone plants — for €15,99 |
With the 5 Pack, you save compared to individual purchases and immediately have a filled back wall ready.
🌡️ General care information
| Placement | Background zone |
| Light | Normal to high |
| CO₂ | Not always required, some species benefit from it |
| Temperature | 20–28°C |
| Difficulty | ⭐ to ⭐⭐ (depending on species) |
🚚 Delivery & guarantee
- Freshly delivered from the nursery — ready to plant
- Shipping Tuesday or Friday → Read more about shipping
- Delivery with track & trace, usually within 1–2 business days
- Received dead? We will resolve this together. Contact us within 24 hours of receipt with a photo.
- Free shipping from €59,-
✂️ Care
The plants in this mix are selected for their suitability as background planting. Do not plant the rhizomes too deep in the substrate. Regular pruning keeps the background zone in shape and stimulates new growth.
❓ Frequently asked questions
Can I specify which species I want or don't want?
Unfortunately not — the composition is determined by our available stock at the time of shipment. This way, we always guarantee the freshest plants.
Are these plants suitable for beginners?
Most plants in this mix are low-maintenance, but some species benefit from CO₂ for optimal growth. A good choice for those with some experience or who want to grow.
My plants arrived yellow or limp — is that normal?
Yes, this is transport stress and almost always temporary. Give the plants 1–2 weeks to acclimatize. For persistent problems: contact us.
Are these plants suitable for a shrimp tank?
Yes, all plants in this mix are shrimp-friendly.
Do you have another question? Feel free to contact us — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.
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