How to Plant Aquarium Plants in Pots

Aquarium plants can be potted, just like any houseplant, and they can be transplanted in the same manner. The biggest issue with planting aquarium plants in pots is not how to get the plants in the pots, but making sure that you have the right type of pots for your aquarium. Once you have settled this issue, then you simply have to get your plant in its pot and back in the water.

Things You'll Need

  • Soil
  • Aquarium gravel
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Instructions

    • 1

      Choose pots that will not leach out chemicals or other components that might harm your fish. You can use clay pots safely. If you want a cheaper alternative, use yogurt containers (well rinsed) or the bottoms of plastic drink bottles in the appropriate sizes.

    • 2

      Fill the pot about two-thirds of the way with the soil. As you add the soil, add water and compress the soil with your fingers to force out air pockets. Put in a little soil, then some water, then some more soil. It is fine to make mud. After all, you are about to submerge the plant completely.

    • 3

      Use your finger to make a hole for the plant. Gently set the plant in the hole and make sure that the root system is covered by the soil. The leaves of the plant should be out of the soil. Depending on how moist the soil is, you may need to add a little more to fill in the area around the roots.

    • 4

      Add soil until the root system is fully covered with the wet dirt. Top the pot off with some aquarium gravel to hold everything in place underwater. You can then put your aquarium plant in the aquarium.