A large aquarium layout featuring the time of spring, 182.25 L, by Soung Bin Im. natural stone set the depth lines of the frame.
The hardscape with natural stone sets the rhythm; planting should support those lines without burying them. On the plant side, the layout leans toward a mixed planting with species such as Eleocharis acicularis ‘, Mini’, Marsilea crenata — trim in layers so hardscape still breathes. NEO aquarium soil, sand substrate helps stabilize root-zone nutrition in the early weeks.
PLANT LIGHT SDLAR 900 lighting sits at a approachable technical level for this large aquarium. 7w side filter filtration needs enough turnovers without blasting the hardscape; browse matching filters. Low-tech tip: favor slow growers and avoid dense planting if filtration is modest.
Scroll to the specs table to match each equipment line; more inspiration in 162–220L.
