{"product_id":"seachem-flourish-excel-bioavailable-carbon-100ml","title":"Seachem Flourish Excel Bioavailable Carbon – 100mL","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeachem Flourish Excel\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bioavailable organic carbon source for freshwater planted aquariums. Carbon is one of the most important nutrients aquatic plants need for healthy growth, and Flourish Excel can be used as an alternative to CO₂ injection or alongside CO₂ in planted aquarium setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlourish Excel introduces photosynthetic intermediates that aquatic plants can use, making it a helpful supplement for low-tech planted tanks, beginner aquascapes, and freshwater aquariums with live plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBioavailable organic carbon source for planted aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used as an alternative to CO₂ injection or in addition to it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduces photosynthetic intermediates for aquatic plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps support healthy freshwater plant growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for low-tech planted aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for beginner planted tank setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairs well with Seachem Flourish Comprehensive and other planted tank supplements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshwater planted aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-tech planted tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquascapes without CO₂ injection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunity aquariums with live plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShrimp tanks with live plants when used carefully as directed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanted tanks needing additional carbon support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShake well before use.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dose carefully and do not overdose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInitial Use or Major Water Change:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use 5mL for every 10 US gallons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOngoing Dose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use 5mL for every 50 US gallons daily or every other day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall Tank Dose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each cap thread is approximately 1mL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Practice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dose consistently and monitor plant and livestock response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not overdose, especially in smaller aquariums or sensitive planted\/shrimp setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seachem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flourish Excel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100mL \/ 3.4 fl oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 000116045506\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bioavailable organic carbon source for planted aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat does Seachem Flourish Excel do?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlourish Excel provides a bioavailable organic carbon source that helps support healthy plant growth in freshwater planted aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs Flourish Excel the same as CO₂?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Flourish Excel is not injected CO₂, but it can be used as an alternative carbon source or used alongside CO₂ injection in planted aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use Flourish Excel in a low-tech planted tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Flourish Excel is commonly used in low-tech planted tanks that do not have pressurized CO₂ systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow often should I dose Flourish Excel?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the initial dose or a major water change, dose 5mL per 50 gallons daily or every other day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs Flourish Excel safe for shrimp?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany hobbyists use Flourish Excel in planted shrimp tanks, but it should be dosed carefully and never overdosed. Sensitive shrimp setups should be monitored closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill Flourish Excel get rid of algae?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlourish Excel is a carbon supplement, not a dedicated algae treatment. Healthy plant growth can help compete with algae, but lighting, nutrients, maintenance, and water quality still need to be balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use Flourish Excel with Seachem Flourish?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Flourish Excel provides carbon support, while Seachem Flourish Comprehensive provides trace and micro nutrients. Many planted tanks use both as part of a regular routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I overdose Flourish Excel?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Do not overdose. Overdosing can stress fish, shrimp, or sensitive plants. Always measure carefully, especially in nano aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is intended for ornamental freshwater aquarium use only. Keep out of reach of children. Not for human consumption. 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