Grow aquatic plants in a glass

Practical tips on aquatic plants in a glass

Be aware from the outset that keeping an aquatic plant in a glass is always associated with an experiment that can work, but it can also fail. However, you have the option of increasing the likelihood of success through one or the other measure.

Prefer undemanding aquatic plants

It is best to choose relatively undemanding species (such as hornwort or mermaid). Smaller Cryptocoryne varieties can also thrive in the glass.

In principle, however, there is nothing against trying other aquatic plants. Experience from aquatic plant enthusiasts shows that it can even work with pond classics such as Java moss or waterweed.

Note: The water plants used for the glass should be able to withstand room temperature under all circumstances. It is also advantageous if the plants grow rather slowly and do not grow taller than 15 centimeters.

Take over aquatic plants from the aquarist

It is advisable to take over the aquatic plants for the glass from an aquarist and not in conventional pet shops or garden centers (even if they always offer pretty species will).

The reason for this is that aquatic plants that have been kept in an aquarium for a long time before the takeover are usually more robust. This in turn increases the chance that the plants will survive in the jar.

With freshly purchased aquatic plants, there is often the problem that they first need a certain amount of time to get used to - the whole thing takes time in the glass much longer than in the aquarium - and all too often the attempt in the glass fails with a prehistory like the one described (fresh from the country fetched).

The care of aquatic plants in the jar

To ensure that aquatic plants thrive in the jar, there are of course a few Maintenance measures necessary. If you just leave the plant to its own devices, it will probably soon no longer be recognizable (as it is completely covered by algae).

Aquatic plants in the glass need sufficient light to grow - but not direct sunlight, as this promotes algae growth.

Recommendation: If your apartment does not offer enough natural light, you can try a moss ball. This can even be kept in the shade and at times dark in the glass without shrinking.

They also need enough fertilizer and a suitable glass.

Note: Use a glass that holds at least 1.5 liters of water. In principle, the following applies: the larger the glass, the more comfortable the aquatic plant feels. You can only use preserving jars for very small species and create a decorative eye-catcher in your home.

In order for aquatic plants to be really happy in a glass, their microcosm must always be in balance.