Guppy Grass – The Ultimate Livebearer Haven!

Want a plant that grows like crazy, keeps your water pristine, and gives your fish a cozy hideaway? Meet Guppy Grass (Najas guadalupensis), the low-maintenance, high-impact superstar of freshwater tanks! With its fine, bushy, bright green stems, this fast-growing plant is perfect for fry, shrimp, and small fish to seek shelter and forage. Whether you let it float or plant it in the substrate, Guppy Grass works overtime as a natural water filter, absorbing excess nutrients and keeping algae at bay.

Key Features:

🌿 Delicate, Bushy Growth: Provides dense cover for fry and shrimp.
📏 Super Fast-Growing: Quickly fills your tank with lush greenery.
💦 Natural Water Purifier: Absorbs excess nutrients to prevent algae.
🐠 Perfect for Livebearers & Shrimp: Offers excellent hiding and grazing areas.
💪 Versatile & Adaptable: Can be planted or left floating in any setup.

Why You’ll Love It:

🌟 Fantastic for Breeding Tanks: Fry and shrimp thrive in its dense growth.
🏡 Low-Tech & Easy: Requires no CO₂, special lighting, or fertilizers.
💨 Boosts Water Quality: Acts as a natural filter for a healthier aquarium.
🛠 Great for Any Setup: Works in community tanks, shrimp tanks, and breeding setups.

How to Keep It Happy:

☀️ Lighting: Low to high—adapts to a wide range of conditions.
💧 Water Conditions: pH 6.0-8.0, temperatures 64°F-82°F (18°C-28°C).
🪴 Substrate: Can be planted in gravel or sand, but thrives when left floating.
✂️ Maintenance: Trim regularly to prevent overgrowth and tangling.

Where It Shines Best:

✔️ Breeding and fry grow-out tanks
✔️ Shrimp tanks and nano aquariums
✔️ Low-tech, low-maintenance aquariums
✔️ Algae-prone tanks needing natural nutrient absorption

Bonus Tip!

Guppy Grass is a floating wonder! If you don’t want to plant it, just let it drift—it will still provide all its amazing benefits while creating a jungle-like look in your tank.