Scaper's Soil Active substrate for freshwater aquariums dennerle

Description:

Scaper’s Soil is a premium active substrate designed to create the perfect foundation for freshwater aquariums. Made from carefully selected natural soils, it helps establish slightly acidic, soft water conditions that tropical fish, shrimp, and aquatic plants thrive in. Its nutrient-rich formula and porous structure support strong plant growth, crystal-clear water, and long-term biological stability. The deep black granules enhance the vibrant colors of plants and shrimp, making your aquascape visually stunning while promoting a healthy ecosystem.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Active Substrate for Aquariums – Creates soft, slightly acidic water (pH ~6.0–6.5) ideal for tropical fish, shrimp, and plants.

• Supports Healthy Plant Growth – Rich in minerals, trace elements, humic and fulvic acids for strong roots, lush leaves, and vivid colors.

• Algae Prevention – Unique nutrient buffering ensures plants absorb nutrients first, reducing algae growth.

• Natural Bio-Filter – Porous structure provides surface area for beneficial bacteria, improving water clarity and stability.

• Safe for Shrimp Tanks – Perfect for Crystal Red, Bee, and other shrimp species; enhances shrimp coloration against black soil.

• Long-Lasting & Stable – Double-fired granules resist breakdown and support bottom filters commonly used in shrimp aquariums.

• Andosol-Enriched – Contains volcanic black soil rich in essential nutrients, minerals, and organic acids that boost fertility.

• Improved Oxygen Flow – Loose structure prevents anaerobic zones and promotes healthy root development.

Place unwashed 3 - 5 cm high in the dry aquarium. Carefully add water.

Dennerle

Dennerle has been operating in Vinnigen since its foundation in 1966 and, after more than 50 years of company history, the building blocks Dennerle relies on is experience. The philosophy behind Dennerle is to create a small and tangible, intact piece of nature, in harmony with the natural environment. That is why sustainability is a company-wide concept and is implemented at every possible point. In order to achieve an ecologically balanced aquarium, Dennerle relies on a system that is based on 5 pillars. Animals, plants, water, substrate and lighting. Dennerle offers the optimum equipment to bring this complex, but not complicated system into harmony.