Dutch Masterpiece
Check Dutch Masterpiece TankThe Dutch aquascape is a vibrant display of plant diversity, color, and precise arrangement — think of it as an underwater garden in the truest sense. Plants are organized in distinct groups using the "Dutch street" technique, creating depth and visual flow with contrasting colors, textures, and leaf shapes. This is a high-maintenance showpiece that rewards the dedicated aquarist with breathtaking results.
Style
dutch
Min. Tank Size
120 liters
CO2
Required
Difficulty
advanced
Compatible Fish
These fish thrive in a dutch masterpiece setup.
Recommended Plants
The perfect plants for this aquascape style.
CO2 RequiredRotala Rotundifolia
Rotala rotundifolia
Ludwigia Repens
Ludwigia repens
CO2 RequiredPogostemon Helferi
Pogostemon helferi
Vallisneria
Vallisneria spiralis
Amazon Sword
Echinodorus bleheri
Products You'll Need
Everything to build this aquascape from scratch.
Tools & Accessories
Tropica Premium Nutrition Liquid Fertilizer
Complete liquid fertilizer containing all essential micro and macronutrients for lush plant growth. Dose daily to keep up with the high nutrient demands of a fully planted Dutch aquarium.
CO2 Systems
CO2Art Pro-Elite Series Regulator
Top-of-the-line dual-stage CO2 regulator with precision needle valve and solenoid for automated control. Essential for maintaining the consistent CO2 levels a demanding Dutch aquascape requires.
Filters
Eheim Classic 600 External Filter
Legendary German-engineered canister filter with an outstanding reputation for reliability and silent operation. Its large media capacity handles the high bioload of a densely planted Dutch aquarium with ease.
Heating
Eheim Jager 200W Heater
Precision-calibrated fully submersible heater with reliable thermostat, trusted by aquarists worldwide for decades. Maintains stable temperatures critical for keeping diverse tropical plant species in peak condition.
Lighting
Chihiros Vivid II RGB LED 120cm
Premium full-spectrum LED designed for wide tanks, delivering high PAR uniformly across 120 cm. App-controllable color channels let you enhance the reds and oranges that make Dutch scapes so visually striking.
Substrate & Soil
Seachem Flourite Black Substrate
Porous clay-based substrate that provides long-lasting nutrient availability for heavy root feeders like Amazon Swords and Crypts. Its dark color creates a clean contrast that makes plant colors pop in a Dutch layout.