A small aquarium layout featuring Run and hide, 70 L (18.5 gal.), Aquatic Garden style, by Iosif Nicolae Adrian. The hardscape focus sits on Dragon stone.
The hardscape with Dragon stone sets the rhythm; planting should support those lines without burying them. About 4 plant species are listed — fine for a multi-layer look, but keep a care log so slower species are not shaded out. Inert substrate helps stabilize root-zone nutrition in the early weeks.
Twinstar led lighting sits at a high technical level for this small aquarium. CO₂ (Yes) — see our CO₂ systems if you want to clone a similar setup. Hang on filtration needs enough turnovers without blasting the hardscape; browse matching filters. High-tech balance means nutrients, light, and CO₂ must stay in step; one weak leg often triggers spot or hair algae.
Use the specs table as a shopping checklist for equivalent gear — then explore 55–80L.
