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    Recommendation for books on planted tank

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    Hi bro & sis, I wish to create a list of good reading materials on freshwater planted tank. Would appreciate any recommendations on this matter. I'll start with some I have read. Feel free to comment. Thanks in advance.

    1) Ecology of the Planted Aquarium - Diana Walstad (Non CO2, low tech method)
    2) The big Dennerle guide
    3) Greg Watson's Dosing Strategy Guide - http://www.aquaticplantnews.com (Beginner's guide to dosing)
    4) Aquarium Plants (Creation & Maintenance) - Christel Kasselmann
    5) Aquarium Plant Handbook - http://www.orientalaquarium.com/ (plant recognition manual)
    6) Plants for your Aquarium - Wolfgang Gula
    7) Aquarium Plants Manual - Ines Scheurmann (Available in NLB)
    The Optimum Aquarium - Kaspar Horst and Horst E. Kipper (Intermediate and advanced)
    9) Guide to Aquarium Plants - Barry James

    10) Encyclopedia of Aquarium Plants - Peter Hiscock (Available in NLB)
    Last edited by uklau; 16th Aug 2007 at 15:07. Reason: To include recommendations from fellow forumers
    Cheers,
    U.K.Lau

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    Christel Kasselmann's books. Do a search, I am sorry I can't recall the name now. Here's one of them.



    The new Aquarium Plant Handbook by Oriental Farm is also a very good (and much cheaper) reference.
    Last edited by benny; 15th Jun 2007 at 12:27. Reason: Add image link

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    Oh yes...I second the Aquarium Plant Handbook by Oriental Farm. Good references indeed, used by most lfs and farms too.

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    The Aquarium Plant Handbook by Oriental Farm? Available at C328, NA?

    How much cheaper (%) compared to Dennerle or Kasselmann?

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    I'm interested too. Any idea anywhere in the east do they sell?
    Last edited by Justikanz; 15th Jun 2007 at 15:13. Reason: Removing immediate quotation

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    Quote Originally Posted by dcwk View Post
    The Aquarium Plant Handbook by Oriental Farm? Available at C328, NA?

    How much cheaper (%) compared to Dennerle or Kasselmann?
    This book is only a plant recognition manual with very little information about their planting requirement. It means that when you need to buy certain plants you can refer to it so lfs know what you want.

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    Thanks for sharing, Budak & Ah ZhaN .

    I'll update the thread as more suggestions/recommendations come in.
    Cheers,
    U.K.Lau

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    There are another two books from Taiwan that quite good too. I cannot remember the names, but one is a hardcopy while the other is softcopy and cover is green with red words. Some shops (especially those in Taiwan or Hong Kong or even Malaysia) only know chinese names, and so these books will come in handy.

    Let me go check and post again.
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    Some useful links on books:
    Oriental's Aquatic Plant Handbook: http://www.tropica.com/article.asp?t...aristic&id=562
    Christel Kasselmann's Aquarium Plants: http://www.tropica.com/article.asp?t...aristic&id=536
    Diana Walstad's Ecology of the Planted Aquarium: http://www.tropica.com/article.asp?t...aristic&id=315

    The other articles on Tropica's site are also quite useful.

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    Title: Plants for your Aquarium
    Author: Wolfgang Gula
    Paperback: 64 pages
    Publisher: Barron's Educational Series (January 30, 2002)
    Language: English
    ISBN: 0764119265
    Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 6.5 x 0.2 inches
    Price: S$13.91
    From: Books Kinokuniya, Times the Bookshop, MPH and good pet shops

    From Barron's website:

    This book advises the aquarium hobbyist on how to create an underwater plant paradise. Besides adding beauty to any tank, properly selected and cultivated aquarium plants are functional. They provide shelters and hiding places for fish, and also remove some substances from the water that are toxic to fish. The author suggests specific plants for freshwater aquariums, provides step-by-step guidelines for aquarium design and planting, and offers advice on plant care. Full-color illustrations throughout.

    Table of Contents:

    Typical Aquarium Plants

    SELECTING AQUARIUM PLANTS
    Origin and Ecology of Aquarium Plants
    Selecting and Buying Plants
    Sample Plant Layouts

    AQUARIUM EQUIPMENT AND WATER QUALITY
    Safety Around the Aquarium
    Aquarium Lighting
    Heating Systems, Filtration, Fertilization
    Stable Environmental Conditions
    Water Quality in the Aquarium
    Care During Vacation

    SETTING UP AND PLANTING THE AQUARIUM
    Plan First, Then Plant
    Decorative Materials
    Designing Your Plant Layout

    PROPER CARE OF AQUARIUM PLANTS
    Propagation, Rejuvenation, and Pruning
    Maintenance Schedule
    Troubleshooting
    Plant Care

    APPENDIX
    Index
    Expert Advice
    Somehow, I found this to be a relative good and easy read. Not in depth, but a good introduction.

    Cheers,
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    I have dwarf cichlids in my tanks! Do you?

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    Title: Aquarium Plants Manual
    Author: Ines Scheurmann
    Paperback: 93 pages
    Publisher: Barron's Educational Series; 1st English language ed edition (September 1, 1993)
    Language: English
    ISBN: 0812016874
    Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 6.5 x 0.3 inches
    Price: S$13.74
    From: Books Kinokuniya, Times the Bookshop, MPH and good pet shops.


    From Barron's web site:

    For experienced hobbyists and beginners, here are short profiles on more than 40 different plants combined with details on selecting and maintaining water plants. There's even a section on how plants and fish interact in an aquarium. Ninety striking full-color photos.
    My comments:
    A beginner's book really. Does contain a lot of good information, but not presented properly, especially in terms of layout.

    Cheers,
    Last edited by benny; 15th Jun 2007 at 12:44. Reason: Add image
    I have dwarf cichlids in my tanks! Do you?

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    Title: The Optimum Aquarium
    Author: Kaspar Horst and Horst E. Kipper
    Hardcover: 203 pages
    Publisher: Aquadocumenta, Germany (June, 1988 )
    Language: English
    ISBN: 3-925916-02-4
    Product Dimensions: 218 X 153 X 15 mm
    Price: US$64
    From: www.amazon.com

    My comments:
    Now out of print publication that is difficult to come by. Something that the intermediate and advance plant tank aquarists will appreciate but not necessary agree.

    Cheers,
    Last edited by benny; 15th Jun 2007 at 12:46. Reason: Add image
    I have dwarf cichlids in my tanks! Do you?

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    Title: Guide to Aquarium Plants
    Author: Barry James
    Hardcover: 118 pages
    Publisher: Interpet Publishing, 2002
    ISBN: 190238959X
    Product Dimensions:
    Price: S$20.09
    From: Books Kinokuniya; Times the Bookshop; MPH

    My comments:
    Pretty Picture book in a handy format. Those familiar with Barry James previous works will find nothing new in this. A basic and entry level publication.

    Cheers,
    Last edited by benny; 15th Jun 2007 at 12:45.
    I have dwarf cichlids in my tanks! Do you?

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    Quote Originally Posted by valice View Post
    There are another two books from Taiwan that quite good too. I cannot remember the names, but one is a hardcopy while the other is softcopy and cover is green with red words. Some shops (especially those in Taiwan or Hong Kong or even Malaysia) only know chinese names, and so these books will come in handy.

    Let me go check and post again.
    Thanks, Valice. Too bad that I don't understand Chinese. I believe these are the must have book when shopping at Teo's farm
    Cheers,
    U.K.Lau

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    Thanks a lot for your contribution, Benny .

    I'm sure a lot of people will benefit from this list of reading materials.
    Cheers,
    U.K.Lau

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    Encyclopedia of Aquarium Plants by Peter Hiscock.

    I found this a good reading material for beginners. It is available @ Kinokuniya. NLB also has a copy of this book.

    Happy reading .
    Cheers,
    U.K.Lau

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    Hi Guys,

    Could I request your opinions on the following two books by Christel Kasselmann?
    (1) Planted Aquariums: Creation and Maintenance
    (2) Aquarium Plants

    I was wondering whether the material in these books overlap. Would it be worth it to get both books or just one of them. If one of them, which one would you recommend? Thanks!
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    Quote Originally Posted by FishFan View Post
    Hi Guys,

    Could I request your opinions on the following two books by Christel Kasselmann?
    (1) Planted Aquariums: Creation and Maintenance
    (2) Aquarium Plants
    IMHO, both are excellent books. However, some readers commented item 2 as outdated because it doesn't contain information about newer plants.
    Cheers,
    U.K.Lau

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    Hey Lau,

    Thanks for reply. Think that I will get both books in addition to Diana's to start up my little library on planted aquarium books.

    Happy New Year!
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    Hi,

    It has been almost a year since we first talk on this topic.

    Anyone has anything to update? Obviously, I did not read much for the past 12 months .
    Cheers,
    U.K.Lau

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