---
product_id: 9141211
title: "Sand for Aquatic Plants"
brand: "up aqua"
price: "€ 145.32"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.it/products/9141211-sand-for-aquatic-plants
store_origin: IT
region: Italy
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# pH balanced 6.5 11 lbs premium weight durable, non-breakdown Sand for Aquatic Plants

**Brand:** up aqua
**Price:** € 145.32
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌿 Elevate your aquatic garden with sand that means business!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Sand for Aquatic Plants by up aqua
- **How much does it cost?** € 145.32 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.it](https://www.desertcart.it/products/9141211-sand-for-aquatic-plants)

## Best For

- up aqua enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted up aqua brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ready to Use:** No rinsing needed—start your aquatic setup instantly
- • **Perfect pH Balance:** Optimized pH 6.5 for thriving aquatic plants
- • **Sleek Black Aesthetic:** Enhances visual appeal of any aquatic habitat
- • **Generous 11 lb Package:** Ample quantity for extensive aquatic landscapes
- • **Long-Lasting Durability:** Resists breakdown to maintain a pristine environment

## Overview

This 11-pound package of black aqua sand features a stable pH of 6.5, ensuring optimal conditions for aquatic plants. Its durable composition resists breakdown, eliminating the need for rinsing before use and providing a long-lasting, visually striking substrate for all-season aquatic environments.

## Description

Sand for Aquatic Plants

## Features

- Ph value at 6.5
- Does not require rinse before use
- Not easy to break down
- The Package Weight Of The Product Is 11.0 Pounds

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Unit Count | 176 Ounce |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 11 Pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 13"D x 16"W x 10"H |
| Seasons | All |
| Color | Black |
| Material Type | Aqua Sand |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** UP AQUA
- **Plant or Animal Product Type:** Planted Freshwater Aquariums and Shrimp tanks
- **Color:** Black
- **Material:** Aqua Sand
- **Product Dimensions:** 13"D x 16"W x 10"H

## Images

![Sand for Aquatic Plants - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71pDPg0ierL.jpg)
![Sand for Aquatic Plants - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91KG0AcxeoL.jpg)
![Sand for Aquatic Plants - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21VFxTY63UL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best substrate for live plants I've found
*by S***X on August 17, 2019*

In close to 40 years as an aquarist the issue with growing live plants in an aquarium, apart from right chemistry, CO2 levels etc, has ALWAYS been consistently: QUALITY SUBSTRATE. I was skeptical at first, but used in a 10 gallon start up Betta tank. A little cloudiness first time water was added, bu that was easily filtered out. 48 hours later some plants were added, and the CO2 started with small nitrate additions and water changes. The plants are thriving and when you move some of the gravel you can see the healthy growth of the root structures. If you are SERIOUS about wanted a planted aquarium, use this stuff! Sure, for a 40 or 60 or 100 gallon aquarium you will need a lot and it won't be cheap, but trust me, in the long run you will find it worth every penny in terms of messing with substrate, removing dead plants or leaves etc.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Plants grow & creatures thrive
*by C***X on June 8, 2020*

This UP substrate is pretty cool. It looks like perfectly round pebbles when you first add it to your tank, but it will eventually (over a 6 mos to 24 mos) soften into a soil-ish substrate that your plants and swimming creatures will hopefully thrive in. Mine have done really well with UP. I don't rinse it.Just remember - everyone's water is different so this substrate will work differently depending on your water chemistry. Be sure to test your water to determine if it's hard or soft.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very clean
*by P***E on November 29, 2024*

It is a good inert aquarium substrate - very clean. A good rinse and it is ready to go into a new aquascape. The particles are fine, but not too fine. Stands up to gravel vacuuming well.

## Frequently Bought Together

- UP AQUA Sand for Aquatic Plants
- API ROOT TABS Freshwater Aquarium Plant Fertilizer 0.4-Ounce 10-Count Box

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*Product available on Desertcart Italy*
*Store origin: IT*
*Last updated: 2026-01-26*