{"product_id":"echinodorus-bleheri-5cm-pot","title":"Echinodorus Bleheri - 5cm Pot","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEchinodorus Bleheri – 5cm Pot\u003c\/strong\u003e is a hardy Amazon sword and one of the best beginner plants, perfect for adding bright green colour and life to your aquarium. Sold as a \u003cstrong\u003epotted Echinodorus Bleheri – 5cm Pot\u003c\/strong\u003e, this low‑maintenance plant grows into a large feature specimen, thriving with 6–8 hours of light and a nutrient‑rich substrate or root tablets.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEchinodorus Bleheri – 5cm Pot\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic Amazon sword and a favourite choice for beginners and experienced aquarists alike. Known for its broad, bright green leaves and robust growth, \u003cstrong\u003eEchinodorus Bleheri – 5cm Pot\u003c\/strong\u003e quickly brings a lush, natural look to freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003eAs it matures, \u003cstrong\u003eEchinodorus Bleheri – 5cm Pot\u003c\/strong\u003e can grow into an impressive feature plant, with individual leaves reaching around 30cm in length. This makes it ideal for use as a background plant in medium to large tanks, or a bold midground centrepiece in taller aquariums.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Echinodorus Bleheri – 5cm Pot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEchinodorus Bleheri – 5cm Pot\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal if you want:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of the \u003cstrong\u003ebest beginner aquarium plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA hardy Amazon sword that adds \u003cstrong\u003ebright green colour and life\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003efeature plant\u003c\/strong\u003e that can grow large, with leaves up to ~30cm long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003elow‑maintenance plant\u003c\/strong\u003e that doesn’t require CO₂\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA convenient \u003cstrong\u003e5cm pot\u003c\/strong\u003e that’s easy to handle and plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003eWith its strong, upright growth, \u003cstrong\u003eEchinodorus Bleheri – 5cm Pot\u003c\/strong\u003e is perfect for filling in the back of the tank, hiding equipment and providing cover for fish.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Requirements for Echinodorus Bleheri – 5cm Pot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003eThe existing details line up nicely with what this plant needs:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around \u003cstrong\u003e6–8 hours per day\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended. Moderate light is usually enough for good growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare level:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLow‑maintenance plant\u003c\/strong\u003e, great for beginners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNot required\u003c\/strong\u003e, though CO₂ can boost growth in high‑energy setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amazon swords are \u003cstrong\u003eheavy root feeders\u003c\/strong\u003e, so they greatly benefit from \u003cstrong\u003eaqua soil\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eroot tablet fertilisers\u003c\/strong\u003e placed near the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotential problems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some fish, especially \u003cstrong\u003eAfrican cichlids and bristlenose plecos\u003c\/strong\u003e, may nibble or eat the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003eWith basic lighting and good root nutrition, \u003cstrong\u003eEchinodorus Bleheri – 5cm Pot\u003c\/strong\u003e will grow reliably and stay lush.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips for Echinodorus Bleheri – 5cm Pot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-1 mt-2 whitespace-pre-line leading-relaxed first:mt-0\" data-sentry-component=\"P\" data-sentry-source-file=\"p.tsx\"\u003eTo plant \u003cstrong\u003eEchinodorus Bleheri – 5cm Pot\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGently remove the plant from the 5cm pot and carefully peel away the rockwool from the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrim any damaged roots and remove any melting or older leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant \u003cstrong\u003eEchinodorus Bleheri – 5cm Pot\u003c\/strong\u003e into the substrate so the \u003cstrong\u003ecrown (growing point) sits just above the substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e, not buried.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition it as a \u003cstrong\u003ebackground plant in medium to large tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e or a \u003cstrong\u003etall midground feature\u003c\/strong\u003e in deeper aquariums, allowing space for leaves to reach their full length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Aquarium Haven","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43689832743000,"sku":"PIS-EBLEH5CMP","price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/aquariumhaven.com.au\/products\/echinodorus-bleheri-5cm-pot","provider":"Aquarium Haven \u0026 Brisbane Discus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}