Sunken Garden Green – All-in-One Aquarium Plant Fertilizer | CO₂ & Non-CO₂ Compatible | Anti-Algae Formula
Sunken Garden Green is a complete all-in-one liquid aquarium plant fertilizer that supplies every nutrient your aquatic plants need — nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, iron and trace elements — in one easy bottle. Formulated for both CO₂ and non-CO₂ (low-tech) tanks, with an anti-algae balance and a shrimp-safe formula, it keeps stem plants, mosses, carpets and broadleaf plants lush, green and healthy. Dose it two to three times a week and watch your planted tank thrive — made in India for Indian aquariums.
What is Sunken Garden Green?
Short answer: A complete all-in-one liquid fertilizer for planted aquariums, supplying macros and micros from a single bottle.
Sunken Garden Green takes the guesswork out of fertilising. Instead of juggling separate bottles of nitrogen, potassium, iron and trace elements, you dose one balanced liquid that delivers everything your plants need. It is designed to work in low-tech tanks (no CO₂) and high-tech CO₂ tanks alike, and its balanced formula supports healthy plant growth while helping keep algae in check. Learn more in our all-in-one fertilizer guide.
Key Features
- Complete all-in-one — macros (NPK) plus micros (iron & trace) in one bottle.
- CO₂ & non-CO₂ compatible — works in low-tech and high-tech tanks.
- Anti-algae balance — feeds plants without overloading the water.
- Shrimp & fish safe — low-copper, formulated for tanks with livestock.
- Includes iron — for rich green colour and healthy new growth.
- Made in India — great value and reliably in stock.
Benefits
Immediate: Plants get a full spectrum of nutrients from the first dose, with no mixing or measuring multiple products.
Short-term: Greener leaves, stronger stems and faster, healthier growth within a couple of weeks.
Long-term: A lush, balanced planted tank where healthy plants out-compete algae — sustained with one simple weekly routine.
How It Works
Dosed into the water, Sunken Garden Green disperses its nutrients through the water column, where plant leaves and stems absorb them directly. It supplies nitrogen for leafy growth, phosphorus for roots and energy, potassium for strong stems (preventing leaf pinholes), and iron plus trace elements for colour and healthy new growth. Re-dosing a few times a week keeps nutrients steadily available. Read the science in our macro vs micro nutrients guide.
Dosing by Tank Size
Short answer: Dose by your tank’s water volume, 2–3 times a week, after a weekly water change — starting at the lower amount.
| Tank size | Approx. water | Low-tech (2×/week) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 ft / nano | ~10–15 L | a few drops–1 ml |
| 2 ft | ~50–60 L | ~2–3 ml |
| 3 ft | ~100–120 L | ~4–6 ml |
| 4 ft | ~200–250 L | ~8–12 ml |
Always follow the bottle label for your tank; high-tech CO₂ tanks dose more often. Full method in our how to dose aquarium fertilizer guide.
Suitable For
- Low-tech and high-tech planted tanks
- Community tanks, nano tanks and aquascapes
- Shrimp and snail tanks (shrimp-safe formula)
- Stem plants, mosses, Anubias, ferns, carpets and broadleaf plants
Not Ideal For
- Tanks with no live plants — nutrients would simply build up
- Heavy root-feeders alone — add Sunken Garden Root Tabs for swords and crypts
How to Use
- Do your weekly water change (around 25% for low-tech).
- Shake the bottle, then measure the dose for your tank volume.
- Add it near the filter outlet so it disperses, with the lights on.
- Dose 2–3 times across the week; start low and increase only if needed.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | All-in-one liquid fertilizer |
| Nutrients | Nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, iron, trace elements |
| Tank type | CO₂ & non-CO₂ (low-tech & high-tech) |
| Livestock safety | Fish & shrimp safe (low copper) |
| Sizes | 100 ml, 200 ml, 500 ml |
| Brand | Sunken Garden (made in India) |
Problems It Solves
Pale or slow growth: supplies the nitrogen and iron plants need. Leaf pinholes: potassium prevents and fixes them. Faded reds and dull greens: iron restores colour. Fertilising confusion: one bottle replaces a shelf of supplements.
Sunken Garden Green vs Other Options
| Option | What it does | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Sunken Garden Green | Complete all-in-one (macros + micros) | Everyday dosing, most tanks |
| Sunken Garden Vibrance | All-in-one for bushy Dutch-style growth | Dense, fast-growing layouts |
| Sunken Garden Red | Fertilizer for red plants | Red stem plants & colour |
| Sunken Garden Root Tabs | Substrate feeding | Root-feeders (swords, crypts) |
Expert Recommendation
For most planted tanks in India, Sunken Garden Green is the ideal everyday fertilizer — complete, affordable and foolproof. Pair it with Sunken Garden Root Tabs if you grow Amazon swords or cryptocoryne, and add Sunken Garden Red if you want to push red plant colour. New to planted tanks? See our best fertilizer for beginners guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunken Garden Green?
A complete all-in-one liquid aquarium plant fertilizer supplying nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, iron and trace elements in one bottle.
How often should I dose Sunken Garden Green?
Two to three times a week after a weekly water change. Low-tech tanks dose less; high-tech CO₂ tanks dose more.
Is Sunken Garden Green safe for shrimp?
Yes — it is a low-copper, shrimp-safe formula, suitable for shrimp and snail tanks.
Does it work without CO₂?
Yes — it is designed for both low-tech (no CO₂) and high-tech CO₂ tanks. Dose lighter in low-tech tanks.
Does Sunken Garden Green contain iron?
Yes — it includes iron and trace elements for rich green colour and healthy new growth.
Will it cause algae?
No — dosed correctly, its balanced anti-algae formula feeds plants while helping them out-compete algae. Start at the lower dose.
How much should I use for my tank?
Dose by your tank’s water volume per the label — roughly 2–3 ml twice a week for a 2 ft tank. Start low and adjust.
Do I still need root tabs?
For water-column plants, no. Heavy root-feeders like swords and crypts also benefit from Sunken Garden Root Tabs.
Is it safe for all fish?
Yes — at the recommended dose it is safe for community fish. See our guide on whether fertilizer harms fish.
What sizes does it come in?
100 ml, 200 ml and 500 ml — choose by your tank size and dosing frequency.
Can beginners use it?
Yes — it is one bottle, dosed by tank volume, making it ideal for beginners.
How is it different from Sunken Garden Vibrance?
Green is the all-round everyday all-in-one; Vibrance is tuned for lush, bushy Dutch-style growth. Both are complete and shrimp-safe.
Related Products & Guides
Pair with: Sunken Garden Root Tabs, Sunken Garden Red, Sunken Garden Vibrance. Collections: Aquarium Fertilizer, Sunken Garden range, Planted Tank Setup. Guides: Complete Fertilizer Guide, Best Liquid Fertilizer, How to Dose Fertilizer.
Conclusion
Sunken Garden Green is the simplest way to keep a planted aquarium lush and healthy — a complete, shrimp-safe, all-in-one liquid fertilizer that works in any planted tank, made in India and priced for everyday use. Dose it weekly and let your plants do the rest.
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