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Baby Tears - Bacopa monniera

Baby Tears - Bacopa monniera

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Baby Tears 

Type: Stem

Care Level: Easy

Growth Rate: Average

Lighting Requirements: Medium to Very High

Propagation: Cuttings

Origins: Southern India, Australia, Europe, Africa, Asia, North and South America

Color: Green

Description:

Baby Tears, also known as Bacopa monniera, is an excellent choice for both aquariums and ponds. With its delicate, lush green leaves, it adds a vibrant touch to any aquatic environment.

Aquarium Use:

  • Perfect for creating a dense carpet effect in aquariums.
  • Requires medium to very high lighting for optimal growth.

Pond Use:

  • Ideal for planting in shallow areas near the edge of the pond.
  • Can be potted and placed to creep along the surface and edges of the water.

Pond Potting Instructions:

  1. Line a plastic mesh pond pot with high-flow weed matting.
  2. Fill the pot with Daltons Aquatic Mix.
  3. Cap with fine washed pebble to prevent the mix from escaping.
  4. Remove the bottom 3 cm of leaves from the stems.
  5. Plant the stems 1-3 inches apart.
  6. Slowly lower the pot into the pond to avoid disturbance.

Note: This plant may contain aquatic snails, as it is not sourced from a snail-free environment.

Additional Information:

  • Great for both aquariums and ponds.
  • Provides excellent cover and habitat for small aquatic creatures.
  • Enhances the aesthetic appeal of your aquatic setup with its lush, green appearance.

Add Baby Tears to your aquarium or pond today and enjoy the vibrant greenery it brings!

Aquarium Plant Policy Summary

At Top Fin Aquatics, we are committed to providing you with the freshest and healthiest aquarium plants. To ensure you receive the best quality, we now order plants weekly based on your online orders. Orders placed will be processed at the end of each week, with delivery expected on the following Thursday.

Please note that this policy does not include Tissue Culture plants. In addition, we will continue to offer a variety of plants for sale in-store. If you’re looking for a specific plant not listed on our website, feel free to contact us, and we will do our best to source it for you.

Thank you for choosing Top Fin Aquatics!

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