{"product_id":"seachem-flourish-excel-500-ml-bioavailable-carbon-for-aquarium-plants","title":"Seachem Flourish Excel 500 ml — Bioavailable Carbon for Aquarium Plants","description":"\u003cp\u003eSeachem Flourish Excel 500 ml is a fast-acting source of bioavailable organic carbon designed for planted aquariums. Built on a science-first foundation, this product speaks to hobbyists who value reliable, plant-friendly solutions that fit real-world tanks and routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn freshwater aquariums, carbon is a critical ingredient for plant growth. Flourish Excel delivers readily usable carbon, helping plants participate in their daily growth cycles with less effort from the user. It’s formulated to integrate with typical hobbyist setups, supporting a balanced approach to plant nutrition without demanding drastic changes to your routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Flourish Excel brings to your aquarium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBIOAVAILABLE CARBON: Provides carbon directly to plants in a readily usable form to support growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIRON UTILIZATION: Encourages iron to stay in the Fe2+ state, easing uptake by plant tissues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePHOTOSYNTHESIS SUPPORT: Aids the production of essential carbon compounds involved in photosynthesis, contributing to healthier growth patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use Flourish Excel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTreatment protocol: After a major water change (over 40%), dose 1 capful (5 mL) per 40 L (10 US gallons). Thereafter, dose 1 capful per 200 L (50 US gallons) daily or every other day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCap size: Each cap thread is approximately 1 mL, making it straightforward to dose for smaller tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety and best practices\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSafety: Flourish Excel is described as safe for fish in typical aquariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlant considerations: If Anacharis is present, consider dosing every other day rather than daily to align with plant requirements and tank dynamics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeachem has spent over thirty years refining science-based solutions for the hobby, led by hobbyists who maintain aquariums at home and work. Flourish Excel exemplifies that ethos: a practical carbon source designed to complement a broad range of tank setups, fertilization plans, and plant selections without making promises beyond what the data supports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What does Seachem Flourish Excel do for aquarium plants?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It provides bioavailable carbon to aquatic plants, supporting photosynthesis and helping plants access iron in a usable Fe2+ form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is Flourish Excel safe for fish and all plants?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes, Flourish Excel is safe for fish; if Anacharis is present, dose every other day rather than daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Seachem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53558554067273,"sku":"B000256962","price":22.81,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/1781\/9465\/files\/seachem-flourish-excel-bottle-pour.jpg?v=1766412488","url":"https:\/\/petvita.co.uk\/products\/seachem-flourish-excel-500-ml-bioavailable-carbon-for-aquarium-plants","provider":"Petvita","version":"1.0","type":"link"}