{"product_id":"monte-carlo-5cm-pot-easy-carpeting-aquarium-plant-foreground","title":"Monte Carlo","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"581\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"332\"\u003eMonte Carlo (Micranthemum tweediei)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a popular \u003cstrong data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"374\"\u003ecarpeting aquarium plant\u003c\/strong\u003e known for its small, vibrant green leaves and ability to form a dense, lush carpet. Supplied in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"491\"\u003e5cm basket pot\u003c\/strong\u003e, it’s perfect for creating a natural foreground in both beginner and advanced aquascapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eLighting Requirements: 5–8 hours\/day (moderate to high light for best carpeting)\u003cbr data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"666\"\u003eCO₂ Requirements: Not required but strongly recommended for dense growth\u003cbr data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"741\"\u003eCare Level: Easy to moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"772\"\u003eFertiliser Needs: Benefits from liquid fertiliser and nutrient-rich substrate\u003cbr data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"852\"\u003eGrowth Type: Spreading carpeting plant\u003cbr data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"893\"\u003ePlacement: Foreground\u003cbr data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"917\"\u003ePotential Issues: May grow upward instead of carpeting in low light; can be disturbed by digging fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ov8ki7\" data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1061\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1061\"\u003eWhy Choose Monte Carlo?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1085\"\u003eTrue Carpet Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forms a dense, vibrant green carpet across the substrate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003eBeginner Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easier to grow than many other carpeting plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003eVersatile Growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can carpet or form a low bush depending on conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1323\"\u003eAquascape Essential:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the most popular foreground plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1fkgc8q\" data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003eCare Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–8 hours\/day encourages compact, horizontal growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1515\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps achieve a tighter, faster carpet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003eTrim Regularly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Promotes spreading and prevents vertical growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1601\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Separate into small portions for best coverage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003eGrown and prepared by Duthie Aquatics in 5cm potted portions \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Duthie Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47407815852226,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/4264\/9794\/files\/IMG_7530.jpg?v=1777289778","url":"https:\/\/duthieaquatics.com.au\/products\/monte-carlo-5cm-pot-easy-carpeting-aquarium-plant-foreground","provider":"Duthie Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}