Hey there, thanks for visiting.
My name is Bertrand and I come from France, but these days, I’m lucky enough to live in sunny Florida. My hobby is keeping tropical fish, so, as you can imagine, I’m very lucky to stay where I do. The Gulf Coast enables me to see some of the fish that I love in their natural surroundings, and, with the great climate we have here, I can even indulge in my hobby outdoors as well.
I started this blog so that it could be a great resource for people who share the same passion as I do – aquariums and fish keeping. I hope you find the articles I post interesting and informative, and I always like people to get in touch and come back to visit again.
Thanks again, please sign up for my mailing list, and I will send you a great resource booklet that I have put together which will help you get the most out of our hobby.
Bertrand
Some of my Articles
How to Grow Sweet Potato in an Aquarium
You can grow sweet potato in your aquarium right now — today — using nothing more than an organic tuber, three toothpicks, and the fish water already in your tank. The roots dangle into the water and feed from it directly. The vines trail above the surface. And the whole setup quietly strips nitrates from…
What are the Setup Costs for an Aquaponics Farm?
Setting up an aquaponics farm costs anywhere from $200 for a simple DIY backyard system to $500,000 or more for a full commercial greenhouse operation — and knowing where you land on that range before you spend a cent makes every planning decision cleaner and faster. The number isn’t mysterious once you break it down…
Hydroponics vs Soil : Everything you Need to Know
If you want faster growth and bigger yields from a smaller space, hydroponics wins. If you want lower startup costs and a more forgiving learning curve, soil wins. The right choice depends entirely on your goals, budget, and how hands-on you want to be with your growing environment. Key Takeaways Hydroponic plants typically grow 30–50%…
What Is the Ideal pH for Aquaponics? (And How to Keep It There in 2026)
Discover the ideal pH for aquaponics — the 6.8–7.2 sweet spot explained — plus practical tips to test, correct, and stabilise your water chemistry fast. Read More …
How to Lower pH in Aquaponics: A Complete Guide for 2026
To lower pH in aquaponics, add diluted food-grade phosphoric acid, inject CO2, or blend in reverse-osmosis water — always adjusting by no more than 0.2 pH units per day to protect your fish, your plants, and the nitrifying bacteria that hold your entire system together. ⚡ Key Insight: According to the Food and Agriculture Organization…
What Is an Aquaponics Tower and Why Do You Need One?
Grow more food in less space with an aquaponics tower — but there’s one critical reason most people fail before they even start. Read More …
How to Grow Arugula in an Aquaponics System: A Complete 2026 Guide
Learn how to grow arugula in an aquaponics system in 2026 — right fish, correct water temperatures, and nutrient targets for a steady harvest in 35–40 days. Read More …
Algae Control in Aquaponics: Natural Methods for Clear Water
Get practical, natural strategies to block light, use algae-eating fish, and tweak nutrients—discover which simple fix will clear your aquaponic system. Read More …
Solar Powered Aquaponics: Going Off-Grid With Your Fish and Plants
Solar-powered aquaponics: size panels and batteries, choose efficient DC pumps, and survive winter—discover the critical trade-offs that could make or break your system. Read More …
Aquaponics Business Plan Template: The 2026 Blueprint for Commercial Success
Build a profitable aquaponics farm with this complete aquaponics business plan template — startup costs, revenue streams, compliance steps, and scaling strategy for 2026. Read More …