{"product_id":"fluval-stratum-aquarium-substrate-1-gallon-nano-tank","title":"Fluval Stratum Aquarium Substrate – 1-Gallon Nano Tank Bag","description":"\u003carticle class=\"sua-product sua-fluval-stratum-nano\"\u003e\u003cheader\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFluval Stratum aquarium substrate, sized for your 1-gallon nano tank.\u003c\/strong\u003e Build a natural-looking planted aquascape without buying a full-size bag of aquarium soil. This small bag is a convenient portion for compact freshwater layouts, with dark, porous volcanic soil that supports plant roots and creates a beautiful contrast with green aquarium plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Fluval Stratum for a Nano Aquarium?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade for compact aquascapes:\u003c\/strong\u003e a small bag intended for a 1-gallon nano aquarium; actual coverage and bed depth depend on your tank’s footprint and layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant-friendly volcanic soil:\u003c\/strong\u003e lightweight, porous granules allow plant roots to spread through the substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural dark finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e highlights green plants and colorful freshwater shrimp in appropriately sized, established aquariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive water chemistry:\u003c\/strong\u003e helps support neutral to mildly acidic water and may reduce carbonate hardness (KH).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne small bag of \u003cstrong\u003eFluval Stratum aquarium substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e, portioned for a 1-gallon nano-tank setup. This is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e a full-size retail bag. Tank, plants, shrimp, rocks and other accessories are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use in Your 1-Gallon Tank\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure the tank’s base and plan your preferred substrate depth; add more substrate if you want a thick planted bed or steep aquascaping slope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGently rinse the soil to remove loose dust without crushing the granules, following Fluval’s care guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpread the substrate across the tank bottom, then add your hardscape and aquarium plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd water slowly to minimize cloudiness, finish setting up filtration, and fully cycle the aquarium before adding animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest pH, KH and ammonia during setup; an active soil can change water chemistry, especially in a very small aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShrimp-keeping note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fluval Stratum is an active, potentially KH-lowering soil. It can suit planted setups designed around softer water, including many \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/caridina\" title=\"Shop Caridina shrimp\"\u003eCaridina shrimp\u003c\/a\u003e aquariums. For \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/neocaridina\" title=\"Shop Neocaridina shrimp\"\u003eNeocaridina shrimp\u003c\/a\u003e, check that the resulting pH, GH and KH remain appropriate and stable. A 1-gallon aquarium has limited water volume; stocking and long-term stability need particular care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Your Nano Aquarium\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair your substrate with our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants\" title=\"Shop freshwater aquarium plants\"\u003efreshwater aquarium plants\u003c\/a\u003e, browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/nano-tanks\" title=\"Shop nano aquarium tanks\"\u003enano aquarium tanks\u003c\/a\u003e, or compare more options in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aquarium-substrate\" title=\"Shop aquarium substrate\"\u003eaquarium substrate collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this a full-sized Fluval Stratum bag?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for one small bag intended for a 1-gallon nano aquarium, not a standard full-size retail bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill one bag cover every 1-gallon aquarium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoverage varies by the shape and footprint of your tank and how deep you make the substrate bed. Deeply planted or sloped layouts may need additional soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Fluval Stratum change pH or KH?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an active substrate that can lower KH and support neutral to slightly acidic conditions. Test your aquarium water and choose substrate to match the livestock you plan to keep.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"Fluval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56041991372968,"sku":null,"price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0614\/8204\/1512\/files\/ChatGPTImageSep23_2026_10_56_39AM.png?v=1790175425","url":"https:\/\/shrimpupaquatics.com\/products\/fluval-stratum-aquarium-substrate-1-gallon-nano-tank","provider":"Shrimp Up Aquatics!","version":"1.0","type":"link"}