The ScapeFu Podcast

Seachem and the Planted Aquarium Hobby | ScapeFu061

In this week's episode of the ScapeFu Podcast, Daniel Griffin of Seachem gives us an inside look at Seachem and it's view/support of the planted aquarium hobby. *******

How to raise your substrate?

UK Aquascaping Experience 2016 Recap | ScapeFu060

In episode 60 of the ScapeFu Podcast, Jurijs shares his experience at the recent UK Aquascaping Experience 2016. It's a fun episode especially for all of you that were not able to make it this year. Full show notes with pictures of the hardscape entries can be found at http://scapefu.com/episode60 Thanks for listening!

Lighting the Planted Aquarium with Cara Wade | ScapeFu059

Cara Wade , a lighting expert from Build My LED , tells you exactly what you should be looking for when thinking about lighting your planted aquarium. Cara clears up misconceptions and cuts through the marketing jargon that's floating out there. You are not going to want to miss this one! Links mentioned in the show: Lighting Basics ScapeFu043 Lighting Basics for the Planted Aquarium ScapeFu017 Introduction to Lighting ScapeFu Aquatic Gardeners Association Convention DVDs Nick Klase's MACNA Talk...

Mineralized Soil with Sean Murphy | ScapeFu058

Sean Murphy is the first to use mineralized soil in planted aquariums intentionally. Mineralized soil retains all of the beneficial nutrients but removes almost 100% of the organics that regular soil has. This minimizes the changes of algae while still providing your plants with the nutrition they need. Items mentioned: Aaron Talbot's write up about Mineralized Soil and Sean's recipe at APC GWAPA site Dupla Potter's Clay Dolomite Muriate of Potash Dustin's Dirt Housekeeping: If you haven't downl...

Get to Know Jeff Miotke | ScapeFu057

Jeff Miotke is an aquascaper from the USA and he's very talented. Get to know Jeff in this episode of the ScapeFu Podcast. Show notes with some of Jeff's tanks

Fertilizing the Planted Aquarium - How we do it | ScapeFu056

Show notes (available March 8, 2016)

Ways to Fertilize Your Plants | ScapeFu055

Ways to Fertilize Your Plants In ScapeFu episode 55, Art starts a podcast series on the ways people fertilize aquarium plants today. It's a foundation podcast to be followed by deep dives into Estimative Index, Mineralized Soil, PPS and more. Here's what you'll learn on this episode: Some history on the way people use to fertilize aquarium plants What you should do to figure out what method is best for you Substrate methods Substrate + Water Column methods Water Column methods Commercial solutio...

Top 10 Reasons People Fail and How to Avoid Them | ScapeFu054

Top 10 Reasons People Fail and How to Avoid Them Today, it is relatively easy to have a healthy, beautiful aquarium. It’s within anybody’s reach if they take the time to do a little research and purchase the right equipment. However, in spite of all the available information out there, many beginners fail and, some, give up and quit. In this episode, we share with you the top 10 reasons why people fail and we teach you how to avoid them. If you’re struggling with your planted aquarium, this is f...

Aquascaping Styles We Love | ScapeFu053

In episode 53, JJ and Art divulge their love affair with certain aquascaping styles. It's a Valentines Day special episode. This is a picture heavy episode so we encourage you to visit the episode post on ScapeFu when you can. There you will see examples of the beautiful aquascaping styles we are talking about. Housekeeping The best way to hear the ScapeFu Podcast and support the show is to download the ScapeFu App. As a bonus, you'll get the weekly Ask Art Podcast for free. Thank you for suppor...

Trimming Plants | AskArt020

Today's question comes from Heather: When do you trim leaves that are showing deficiency symptoms? What is the proper way to trim plants? ______________________ If you'd like to leave a question for Art to answer on the Ask Art Podcast, please visit the Ask Art page for instructions.

Interview with Ghazanfar Ghori | ScapeFu002

Re-released of the long lost ScapeFu episode 2 with an interview with Ghazanfar Ghori.

First Episode of ScapeFu Podcast

This is the first episode of the ScapeFu Podcast. I'm re-releasing it as it has been lost to some of you since we migrated to our current host.

Aquascaping the Nano Tank | ScapeFu052

A nano tank can be alluring to a beginner. It's low cost entry point, the promise of easier maintenance, and it's ability to fit almost anywhere make the nano tank almost a no-brainer for beginners. After all, aren't we always taught to start small? It makes sense, right? However, the reality is, nano tanks are not always easy. They bring some challenges. With less water volume, things happen quicker. Also, such a small footprint makes it difficult to aquascape. Finally, finding the right plants...

Algae Prevention and Elimination - How We Do It | ScapeFu051

Algae Prevention & Elimination - How We Do It | ScapeFu051 In episode 51, Jurijs, JJ and Art share with you how they prevent and eliminate algae. If you've ever struggled with algae, you need to have a listen. And, it's Jurijs' birthday! In this episode, you'll learn: Can you win the battle over algae? Sterilizing techniques including "cooking" Best way to prevent algae Maintenance crew examples How we eliminate algae Links mentioned in this episode: UK Aquascaping Experience ADA 180p Event ...

How to Slow Down an Aquascape | AskArt018

In the 18th episode of the Ask Art Podcast, Gabriel asks about slowing down an aquascape to a nice idle. Also, a sneak peak at the 31 Days to Build a Better Aquascape Challenge 2016. Links mentioned in the episode: Golden equilibrium post on ScapeFu Send Art a question for the Ask Art Podcast Thank you for being a loyal listener and supporter of the ScapeFu and Ask Art Podcasts. We hope you are getting value and entertainment from them. Other ways to support our efforts: Tell other hobbyists abo...

Re-scaping: How We Do It | ScapeFu050

Celebrating our 50th episode! We talk about re-scaping your aquarium. Jurijs, JJ and Art share how they re-scape with pro tips for you. Re-scaping Your Aquarium In this episode, you will learn: Re-scaping is versus tweaking How to prepare to re-scape correctly and avoid problems/mistakes How you take apart an aquarium properly so that you can re-scape How best to implement your re-scape Tweaking for when you don't want a full reset Links mentioned in the episode: Takashi Amano partial re-scaping...

Help with BBA - AskArt017

In episode 17 of the Ask Art Podcast, Art answers James' question on how to deal with BBA in some of his tanks. If you want to send Art a question to be answered in the Ask Art Podcast, just go to AskArt.help .

Behind the Scenes of the 2015 EAPLC | ScapeFu049

In 2015, the third edition of the European Aquatic Plants Layout Contest (EAPLC) was held for the whole of Europe. In this episode, Jurijs and Art share with you a behind the scenes look at at the EAPLC from their perspectives as event organizer/judge (Jurijs) and independent judge (Art). In ScapeFu episode #49, you will learn: The history of the EAPLC The 2015 judges (what a group!) How do judges go about scoring the works What's in store for the 2016 EAPLC Show Notes We discussed 5 Reasons to ...

UK Aquatic Experience 2016

Professional aquascaper, George Farmer, joins Art to talk about the UK Aquascaping Experience taking place the 5th day of March, 2016. If you will be in the UK in March, I would highly recommend that you make an effort to attend. It's free. There will be 4 events: Hardscape Challenge with a £1,000 prize - Information on how to enter the hardscape challenge Aquascaping Demonstration Photography Workshop Aquascaping Seminar Have a listen and let us know if you go....

Reflecting on 2015 Looking Forward to 2016 | ScapeFu048

Reflecting on 2015 and Looking Forward to 2016 In episode 48 of the ScapeFu Podcast, Art and Jurijs reflect on 2015 and tell you what they have planned for 2016. They have big goals for this year! Links mentioned in the episode Jurijs' German site Lernscapen Submersed Forest - Takashi Amano's masterpiece and largest aquascape in the world Practical Fishkeeping's article on Takashi Amano's passing Housekeeping You can always contact ScapeFu with any questions If you use Twitter, I'm at @scapefu...

Black Brush Algae (BBA) - How to Kill it | ScapeFu047

Black Brush Algae (BBA) - How to kill it This is a first in a series on understanding algae that commonly plague our aquariums. We kick off the series with the infamous Black Brush Algae a/k/a BBA. News The Aquatic Experience in Chicago Aqvainnova - Dennerle - JBJ Tropica Shout out to Green Leaf Aquariums Lupy LED - theONE coming in the Winter of 2015 Get to know Black Brush Algae (BBA) Black brush algae (BBA) is one of the toughest algae to get rid of in the aquarium. It’s tenacious and can ove...

Dosing Vinegar in Your Aquarium? | ScapeFu046

Dosing Vinegar in Your Aquarium Yes, I mean real vinegar . Literally. Here's what you'll learn: Why vinegar may be a good thing to add? What does it do to cyanobacteria/blue-green algae? Art's accidental experiment while on vacation How to add vinegar to your aquarium ScapeFu post on this episode. Links mentioned: Aquatic Experience Heterotrophic Bacteria and Their Practical Applications in a Freshwater Aquarium Dosing Sugar or Vodka If you're not listening to this podcast on the ScapeFu app, wh...

Aqvainnova is finally here! | ScapeFu045

Aqvainnova is finally here! In episode 45 of the ScapeFu Podcast, JJ talks with Esther Mous of Aqvainnova, a new company created to bring quality aquarium plants to the USA. What you'll learn: Why did Aqua Flora and Anubias create Aqvainnova? What is so special about their Linea Zero Aquarium Plants? When and where they will be launching? ScapeFu Supplemental Post on Aqvainnova and ScapeFu #45 Links mentioned: Aqvainnova Aqua Flora Anubias Dennerle JBJ Aquatic Experience Linea Zero Aquarium Plan...

From Zero to Aquascape for $100 | ScapeFu044

"I would love to set up one of those beautiful planted aquariums but I don't have the money right now." Do you know someone who's said that? Perhaps, it's been your excuse? In ScapeFu Podcast #44, Jurijs and Art commit to a new challenge. They will go from zero to a full aquascape for about $100. In the episode, they explain how they plan on doing it. It won't be easy and thinking outside the box will critical. Can they do it? What do you think? Here is Art's list of materials: 10 US gallon aqua...

Light Basics for Planted Aquariums Part 1 | ScapeFu043

Light Basics for Planted Aquariums Part 1 | ScapeFu043 In this episode of the ScapeFu Podcast, Art introduces the concept of light for the planted aquarium. It's intended for beginners and presents complicated concepts in an easy to understand format. More advanced concepts will be explained in following podcasts. Please read the shownotes in conjunction with this podcast episode. Related ScapeFu Podcast episodes: Lighting for the planted aquarium Housekeeping: The ScapeFu App is now available f...

Moss Graffiti: Foolproof? Moss Starting Method | ScapeFu042

Moss Graffiti: A Foolproof? Moss Starting Method | ScapeFu042 In this episode, Art walks you step-by-step through this method of starting moss for your aquascape. Want that old, moss covered forest look? This is how to get it. The ScapeFu App: iPhone/iPad version Android version Items mentioned in this episodes: WikiHow on Moss Graffiti George Farmer's post on UKAPS The 1 Thing Takashi Amano Does that YOU Don't ScapeFu Dojo Video Mist Maker Fogger Petco Humidity Guage Video on making a CO2 gener...

We are back - ScapeFu041

We Are Back Hi! We hope you had a great summer! JJ, Jurijs and I are back to our regular ScapeFu recording schedule. This is a short episode. We go over what we've been up to and Jurijs shares some of what he's going through moving his aquariums to a different city. Read more about it on Jurijs' Facebook page . Announcements ScapeFu Community Forums - you told us you wanted a place to gather and discuss ScapeFu Podcast episodes and grow as a community. The ScapeFu Community Forums is where we wi...

Update and Housekeeping

Update and Housekeeping Art explains the reason for the recent lack of episodes. He goes on to make some announcements: Ask Art Podcasts wll now be released via the ScapeFu App We will be doing a tribute show remembering Takashi Amano. If he influenced you, please tell us how . We will read your email on the air during the tribute show. In order to keep future podcasts serving you, please let us know what you like about your aquarium and what you're not happy with. Please send us an email and le...

Modding Your Aquarium Cabinet | ScapeFu039

Modding Your Aquarium Cabinet Jurijs and Art discuss how you can, and should, modify your cabinet to make it as beautiful as your aquarium. Detailed Show Notes