7 aquarium plants for beginners


Having a variety of plants beautifies your aquarium. — 123rf.com

Owning an aquarium teeming with pristine plant life seems a lot more difficult to maintain than it really is. By purchasing the right beginner-friendly plants, any aquarium can look vibrant without the upkeep becoming a chore.

Besides the basics, many aquatic plants require specified care. Fortunately, these beginner plants are easy to keep alive without much added care:

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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