Aquarium Root Tabs – Slow-Release Fertilizer for Live Plants
Give your aquarium plants the nutrients they need to thrive with AquariumVille Root Tabs. Made with Osmocote Plus slow-release fertilizer, these easy-to-use capsules deliver essential nutrients directly into the substrate to support healthy roots, lush foliage, and strong plant growth.
Ideal for planted freshwater aquariums, including tanks with sand, gravel, or aquasoil. Especially beneficial for heavy root-feeding plants like Amazon Swords, Cryptocoryne, Vallisneria, and Tiger Lotus.
🌿 Choose Your Size
15 Count – Resealable Bag
- Great for smaller aquariums and occasional use
- Convenient holographic resealable pouch
- Affordable option for trying root tabs
40 Count – Jar
- Ideal for medium-sized or heavily planted aquariums
- Convenient reusable storage jar
- Great for regular plant maintenance
80 Count – Wide Mouth Jar
- Best value for large or multiple aquariums
- Reusable wide-mouth jar for easy access
- Perfect for aquascapers and plant enthusiasts
Why Choose AquariumVille Root Tabs?
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Slow-Release Nutrition: Osmocote Plus provides a controlled release of essential plant nutrients over time.
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Healthy Root Development: Helps support established root systems and new plant growth.
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Lush, Vibrant Plants: Supplies nutrients that support healthy leaves and overall plant development.
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Easy Application: Simply insert the capsule beneath the substrate near plant roots.
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Works With Multiple Substrates: Suitable for sand, gravel, and aquasoil.
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Convenient Sizes: Choose from 15, 40, or 80 capsules.
🌱 Ideal for Root-Feeding Aquarium Plants
- Amazon Swords
- Cryptocoryne (Crypts)
- Vallisneria
- Dwarf Sagittaria
- Tiger Lotus and Dwarf Lily
- Aponogeton
- Other rooted freshwater aquarium plants
💧 How to Use
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Insert one capsule approximately 1–2 inches deep into the substrate near the plant’s roots.
- Completely cover the capsule with substrate.
- Space additional capsules around larger plants or heavily planted areas as needed.
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Replenish approximately every 2–3 months, depending on plant growth and nutrient requirements.
Important: Keep capsules completely buried. Do not place directly in the water column or leave exposed on the substrate surface. Avoid disturbing freshly placed capsules, and use conservatively in smaller aquariums.
Product Details
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Fertilizer: Osmocote Plus Smart-Release Plant Food
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Capsules: Clear size 0 capsules
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Available Quantities: 15, 40, or 80 root tabs
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Application: Beneath freshwater aquarium substrate
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Packaging: Resealable pouch, jar, or wide-mouth jar
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Best For: Root-feeding freshwater aquatic plants
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