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🌿 Dwarf Sagittaria – The Effortless Aquatic Carpet Plant
Specification
📦 Packet Contains – Dwarf Sagittaria
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Plant Name | Dwarf Sagittaria |
| Type | Foreground Aquatic Grass (Carpet-forming) |
| Growth Form | Grass-like runners with thin, blade-shaped leaves |
| Quantity Provided | 8–10 healthy rooted plants or runners (each 3–5 inches in length) |
| Packaging Method | Moist cotton wrap + breathable pouch with insulated protection to preserve humidity and root integrity during transit |
| User Manual | A digital care and planting guide sent via WhatsApp/email, covering tank setup, planting technique, lighting, trimming, and carpeting strategies |
📊 Dwarf Sagittaria – Product Specifications
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Dwarf Sagittaria, Dwarf Sag |
| Scientific Name | Sagittaria subulata |
| Plant Family | Alismataceae |
| Origin | North and Central America |
| Growth Type | Rosette-forming grass with runners |
| Maximum Height | 2–5 inches (can grow taller with lower light) |
| Lighting Requirement | Low to Medium – Compact growth in brighter light |
| CO₂ Requirement | Optional – Enhances carpeting and speeds up growth |
| Temperature Range | 20°C – 28°C |
| pH Range | 6.5 – 7.5 |
| Water Hardness | Soft to moderately hard |
| Growth Rate | Moderate to Fast |
| Placement | Foreground or midground |
| Propagation | Runner-based – Self-propagating into dense carpets |
| Care Level | Very Easy – Excellent for beginners |
| Unique Features | Grass-like appearance, low growing, adaptable to wide conditions, self-spreading |
🌱 Introduction to Dwarf Sagittaria
Dwarf Sagittaria (Sagittaria subulata) is one of the easiest foreground carpet plants for aquariums, making it ideal for both beginners and seasoned aquascapers. With its thin, grass-like blades and ability to self-propagate via runners, this plant creates a dense, lush green lawn that provides both beauty and functional habitat for fish and shrimp.
Unlike more demanding carpeting plants, Dwarf Sag doesn’t require intense lighting or CO₂, yet still manages to fill your tank's foreground with vibrant, oxygenating greenery. It adapts beautifully to a wide range of water conditions and thrives in most freshwater setups, including low-tech tanks.
Its versatility, resilience, and aesthetic appeal make Dwarf Sagittaria a staple in planted aquariums around the world.
🌟 Why Choose Dwarf Sagittaria from Plants and Pets Hub?
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🌿 True Grass-like Foreground Coverage
Perfect for creating a soft, natural look in your tank's foreground or midground, mimicking grassy meadows beneath the water.
2
🧬 Self-Propagating Runners
Once rooted, the plant sends out horizontal runners that develop into new plantlets, forming a dense and interconnected carpet over time.
3
💧 Exceptionally Low Maintenance
Requires minimal trimming and survives well without CO₂ or advanced fertilization, making it beginner-friendly and ideal for low-tech tanks.
4
🌞 Adaptive Growth Based on Conditions
Grows compact in high light and slightly taller in low light, offering flexibility depending on your aquascaping vision.
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🐠 Safe & Functional for Aquatic Life
Shrimp, fry, and small fish love hiding in the blades. It also helps with biological filtration by absorbing excess nutrients in the water.
🛒 Why Buy from Plants and Pets Hub?
At Plants and Pets Hub, we are dedicated to providing high-quality aquatic plants to enhance your aquarium experience. When you purchase Dwarf Sagittaria from us, you can expect:
🧼 Care Instructions for Dwarf Sagittaria
💡 Lighting
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Grows well in low to medium lighting
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High light leads to shorter, compact growth and faster carpeting
💧 Water Conditions
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Temperature: 20°C – 28°C
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pH: 6.5 – 7.5
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Weekly 25–30% water changes recommended
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Water flow: Gentle to moderate
🧪 Fertilization & CO₂
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Liquid fertilizers (micros and macros) recommended once or twice weekly
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Root tabs can be added for substrate enhancement
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CO₂ helps achieve faster, denser carpet but is optional
✂️ Trimming & Maintenance
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Prune overly tall leaves to maintain a tidy foreground look
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Remove dead or yellowing leaves to promote healthier runners
🌱 Propagation
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Runners emerge from the plant base and spread naturally
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You may replant new shoots for faster carpeting across the substrate
🐠 Tank Compatibility
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Safe for all peaceful freshwater species
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Ideal for shrimp, guppies, rasboras, bettas, and tetras
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Not recommended with aggressive diggers or goldfish
🚛 Shipping & Packaging Information
At Plants and Pets Hub, we treat every order with the same level of care and passion that we give to our own aquariums. We ensure the health, freshness, and integrity of each plant during transit with the following guarantees:
- Freshness First:
Your Dwarf Sagittaria is harvested and packed only after order confirmation, ensuring it reaches you vibrant and healthy. - Triple-Layer Moisture Packaging:
Plants are sealed in a breathable pouch with moistened cotton or tissue wrapping to retain hydration. External layers include bubble wrap and corrugated boxing for shock protection. - Temperature-Adapted Shipping:
Thermal liners or cool packs are used during extreme temperatures to avoid heat or cold stress. - Pan-India Delivery Coverage:
We deliver to all major cities, towns, and villages with leading courier partners like Blue Dart, Delhivery, and India Post Express. - Dispatch Schedule:
To avoid weekend delays, we dispatch live plants from Monday to Thursday only. Average delivery time is 2–5 working days based on location.
📸 Important Unboxing Guidelines
To ensure transparency and customer protection, we follow a strict unboxing protocol:
- Unboxing Video Required for Claims:
A continuous, unedited video from the moment the parcel is opened is mandatory for any damage or DOA (Dead on Arrival) claims. - Claim Validity Period:
Customers must report issues within 2 hours of delivery along with the unboxing video. - Eligible for Replacement/Refund:
Damaged or severely degraded plants due to transit will be replaced or refunded, provided the proper video is submitted. - Non-Returnable Items:
Live plants are not eligible for return due to their perishable nature. Please contact our support team in case of issues—we’re always here to help!
📌 Order Note – Green Carpet, Zero Hassle
Whether you’re building a dense foreground in a nature-style tank or just starting your planted tank journey, Dwarf Sagittaria makes the process easy, rewarding, and beautiful.
🎯 Order Now from Plants and Pets Hub
Bring home nature’s green carpet today and elevate your aquascape with lush simplicity.
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