Description
xOverview
FZONE Root Tabs bring targeted nutrition to freshwater aquariums, feeding plant roots directly while keeping fish and shrimp safe. With steady nutrient delivery, you may notice stronger root systems, healthier crypts, vibrant sword plants, and denser carpeting, all within a balanced tank environment.
How it works
The formula uses an optimized NPK ratio of 1 : 0.3 : 2.6, delivering a low nitrogen and low phosphorus mix with higher potassium. Placed beneath the substrate, these tabs feed roots where uptake is fastest, supporting robust establishment and sustained growth.
- Direct-to-root delivery places nutrients exactly where aquatic roots absorb them, promoting faster root development.
- Sinkable tabs stay put and do not float, making placement straightforward with standard aquascaping tweezers.
Long-lasting nutrition
Thanks to slow-release technology, each tab provides a steady nutrient supply for up to 2–3 months. This helps maintain stable conditions in planted tanks while reducing the frequency of dosing.
Product specifics
- Each tab weighs 0.8 g for longer-lasting fertilization per unit.
- 80 tabs per box, covering approximately 15.5 square inches of planting area, ideal for a range of layouts.
- Designed for freshwater planted aquariums, with safety for all fish and shrimp when used as directed.
Real-world use
In practical setups, hobbyists often place tabs near root zones of crypts, sword plants, and carpeting species to encourage even nutrient access. The combination of direct feeding, slow release, and stable placement supports a thriving foreground and midground.
Placement tips
For best results, position each tab about 3–5 cm from plant roots. Use aquascaping tools to gently insert tabs into the substrate, then observe how plants respond over the coming weeks as nutrients become available.
FAQ
Q: Are FZONE Root Tabs safe for fish and shrimp?
A: Yes. FZONE Root Tabs are designed for freshwater tanks and are safe for fish and shrimp when used as directed.
Q: How long do the nutrients last in FZONE Root Tabs?
A: The slow-release tabs provide nutrients for up to 2–3 months, helping maintain steady availability.
Shipping & Return
xReturns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
Shipping
We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.
When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.
Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.
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