How do you gravel clean your fish tank without removing plant and rocks?

Use a gravel vacuum cleaner. This is the most common way to clean gravel without disturbing plants and rocks. Gravel vacuums are available at most pet stores. To use a gravel vacuum, simply insert the intake tube into the gravel and start siphoning. The gravel will be sucked up into the vacuum and the water will be expelled out the other end. Be careful not to suck up any plants or rocks.

Use a turkey baster. A turkey baster can be used to spot-clean gravel around plants and rocks. To use a turkey baster, simply squeeze the bulb and then insert the tip into the gravel. Release the bulb to suck up the gravel and then expel it into a bucket.

Use your hands. If you have a small tank, you may be able to clean the gravel by hand. To do this, simply scoop up the gravel with your hands and then rinse it off in a bucket of water. Be careful not to damage the plants or rocks.

Tips for gravel cleaning:

* Gravel should be cleaned once every two weeks to one month.

* When cleaning the gravel, be sure to remove any debris that has accumulated.

* Do not stir up the gravel too much, as this can release dirt and debris into the water.

* After cleaning the gravel, be sure to rinse the tank thoroughly.