Aquascaping aquarium type JBL Dreamscape®

JBL Dreamscape®

Aquascaping aquarium type JBL Dreamscape®

With this aquarium in your living space you’re guaranteed to make heads turn. The reproduction of a mountain landscape with jagged rocks, valleys and meadows fascinates everyone. Small shrimps bustle about in the valleys and keep them clean. This aquarium style is called aquascaping.

Aquascaping is a style where landscapes above the water are recreated as underwater landscapes. This aquarium represents a mountain landscape with valleys and forests. After a few days the plants start growing and grow together into one unit. With this aquascaping aquarium you’re guaranteed to make all heads turn.

Modelled on nature

As already described, a landscape above water, such as a mountain landscape serves as a model. The sky is the limit for your imagination! Aquascapers also reproduce mountain gorges, forests with fallen trees and even deserts with cacti! If you like a model, take a photo of it and reproduce it under water. This is very demanding and not easy. But that is just the challenge for aquascapers.

Description

Where is the best place to put your aquarium?

Dimensions: 80 x 35 x 40 cm = 110 litres, weight: approx. 150 kg (goes easily on your floor!)

What are the electricity costs?

Maximum € 13.90 per month.

Who takes care of the aquarium during your holiday?

An automatic feeder ( JBL AutoFood BLACK ) will provide the food supply.

What are the costs of the JBL Dreamscape®?

Aquarium with cover: approx. € 200

Aquarium cabinet: approx. € 100

Fish & plants & decoration: approx. € 490

Technical items &food & care products: approx. € 565

Aquarium information

Dimensions

80 x 35 x 40 cm = 110 l

Water values

pH value: 6.0-7.5

KH: 4-8 °dKH

Nitrite (NO2): 0 mg/l

Iron (Fe): 0.2 mg/l

CO2: 25 mg/l

Temperature: 23-25 °C

Special features

Aquascaping aquariums are absolute eye-catchers and really fascinating for all onlookers. But they also need a bit more maintenance than other aquarium types because the plants are far more demanding. The weekly partial water change is a must. The fertilisation of the plants is also essential. Anyone who follows these two care measures will own a wonderful aquarium with invertebrates and fish of which you'll never get bored! Finally it’s better not to position the aquarium in excessive light as direct sunlight promotes algae growth.

Miscellaneous

The fish, invertebrates and plants in this aquarium are uncomfortable in hard water. If you live in a region with hard water you need to adjust your tap water to the values recommended above by adding reverse osmosis water.

The decoration suited to the JBL Dreamscape®

Here you can see what substrate and plants you need to transform your scape into a realistic-looking landscape.

Substrate

JBL Sansibar GREY

Grey, fine substrate for freshwater and saltwater aquariums

  • Fine, uncoloured sandy soil: substrate for fresh and saltwater aquariums and aqua-terrariums
  • Vigorous plant growth: prevents the seeping in of sludge and other waste material with its fine granulation and density
  • Prevents injuries of the mucous membrane: fine, round-shaped natural sand is gentle on sensitive barbels. Ideal for grubbing fish, such as armoured catfish and loaches
  • Ideal for fish, invertebrates and plants: no unwanted pollutants released into the water.
  • Package contents: 1 bag Sansibar Grey. Grain size: 0.2 - 0.6 mm. Not fully suitable for undergravel heating cables
from 15,44 €

JBL PROSCAPE VOLCANO MINERAL

Volcanic natural substrate for aquascaping

  • Volcanic rock substrate as stable foundation for rock and root wood constructions: dedicated substrate for aquascaping aquariums
  • Basis substrate for natural aquariums: porous volcanic rock ensures water circulation at the bottom. Supplies plant roots with organic plant nutrients
  • Vigorous plant growth: ideal oxygen supply and circulation through open-pored structure. Long-term supply with nutrients and minerals
  • Safe foundation, no slipping: volcanic rock becomes firmly interlocked. Ideally suited for a firm foundation
  • Contents: 1 bag ProScape Volcano Mineral
from 15,44 €

JBL PROSCAPE SHRIMPS SOIL BROWN

Brown substrate for shrimp aquariums

  • Soil without additional nutrients for shrimp aquariums: special substrate for aquascaping aquariums
  • Softening effect makes it especially suitable for shrimps and other animals which prefer soft water
  • Thriving plant growth: ideal oxygen supply and circulation in the substrate thanks to medium grain size. Immediate supply of nutrients and minerals
  • Tropical water values: slightly acidic pH values and low carbonate hardness. Reduses water hardness – water becomes soft
  • Contents: 1 bag ProScape ShrimpsSoil Brown
from 27,41 €
Stones
Mini landscape

25 kg, mixed, 10- 30 cm

Plants

These plants suit a Dreamscape® aquarium:

Plant (A)

Dwarf baby tears

(Hemianthus callitrichoides cuba)

20 plants

Plant (B)

Indian toothcup

5 plants

Planting plan

Here you can see the exact location of the plants in the aquarium. The letters characterise the plant species mentioned above.

Aquarium technology

This outline shows all the technical products you need for the aquascaping aquarium and a price quotation to give you an idea of the costs involved.

Used products
JBL CRISTALPROFI e702 greenline
External filter for aquariums from 60-200 litres
  • External filter for clean and healthy aquarium water: closed water circulation system for aquariums of 60-200 litres (60-100 cm)
  • Fully equipped and ready to connect: built-in quick-start priming button, filter start without manual priming. Simple assembly
  • Extremely smooth running at 700l/h pump performance, patented new pre-filter system, 100% more surface than in model 701. High/biological filter perform. with volume of 6.1l, water stop, 360° rotat. hose connections, easily exchangeable filter media
  • TÜV tested, safe and energy-efficient: lower power consumption than comparable previous models – consistent performance. Guarantee: 2 years (+2 years upon registration of the product)
  • Package contents: external filter unit for aquariums, incl. hoses & pipes 12/16 mm, intake strainer, elbow, suction cups, filter media (bio-filter balls and bio-filter foam), dimensions (L/H/W): 18 x 20 x 35 cm
from 156,41 €
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JBL LED SOLAR NATUR
High-performance LED light for aquariums
  • Maximum light efficiency for beautiful aquatic plants: extremely high photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) of more than 220 µM/s/m2
  • Plug & play: clip light in tube holder or set it up, connect cable, switch on or dim via remote control and select one of 3 light colours
  • Evenly distributed warm white and cool white LEDs for a biotope-compatible light climate, 2 channels with 3 preset light colours: 2700 K (warm white), 4500 K (daylight white), 6400 K (cool white)
  • You can extend the features by using your smartphone to include preset biotope-compatible or individual light controls and the JBL LED SOLAR EFFECT RGB light for special colour effects
  • Contains: water-protected light (IP67), remote control, driver (receiver), power supply unit, con. cable, holding brackets for top assembly & end caps f. installation in tube sockets (T5&T8). Guarantee: 2 years (+2 years upon registration of product)
from 135,84 €
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JBL LED SOLAR EFFECT
LED effect light as supplement to JBL LED SOLAR NATUR
  • Special light with RGB LEDs to create colour effects, ideal as replacement for the second coloured fluorescent tube (T5 or T8)
  • Just connect to the enclosed cable switch of the existing JBL LED SOLAR NATUR and adjust using its remote control.
  • Enables more dramatic simulations of sunrise and sunset colours, as well as weather situations, such as lightning storms or rainy season.
  • The integrated RGB LEDs can create red, green and blue, and all mixed colours, using the JBL LED SOLAR NATUR remote control. Dimmable in 7 steps. Further effects can be achieved using the JBL LED SOLAR CONTROL app on a mobile phone
  • Contains: LED effect light, waterproof (IP67), cable switch, holding brackets for top assembly and end caps for the installation in tube sockets (T5 & T8). Guarantee: 2 years (+2 years upon registration of the product)
from 112,80 €
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JBL PROFLORA m502
Plant fertiliser system with refillable cylinder and night switch-off
  • CO2 fertiliser system for the best feeding of fast and slow growing plants in freshwater aquariums up to 600 l
  • Assemble system, attach diffuser in the aquarium and adjust CO2 supply until the permanent test indicates the ideal value
  • Professional water care with night switch-off: precise dosing thanks to pressure reducer, even release, effective distribution due to extendable diffuser, best control due to bubble counter, CO2/pH test, residual pressure display on pressure gauge
  • Refillable cylinder with overpressure relief, TÜV tested. Stand ensures cylinder does not fall over. Hose screw connection prevents hose from slipping, check valve prevents water entering the cylinder
  • Package contents: refillable 500g CO2 cylinder, fitting, stand, pressure reducer, night switch-off (time switch sold separately), diffuser, bubble counter, 3 m hose, backflow stop, CO2/pH test, liquid fertiliser & daily fertiliser
from 285,41 €
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JBL PROFLORA Direct
High performance direct diffuser for CO2
  • For an economical and direct plant fertilisation: CO2 diffuser for external filters
  • Easy to install: connect to hose of external filter
  • Exact dosing: integrated bubble counter, no water backflow thanks to backflow stop
  • 20 % CO2 saving due to an especially effective diaphragm
  • Package contents: 1 ready-for-connection high performance CO2 direct diffuser
from 29,65 €
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JBL Aquarium Thermometer Slim
Slim glass thermometer for aquariums
  • Precise measurement and healthy fish: high accuracy glass thermometer for aquariums
  • Easy to install: attach thermometer with suction cup in the aquarium, read off temperature
  • 15 cm long glass capillary (very precise reading), made in Germany. Temperature range from 0 - 50 °C
  • Acid and alkali-resistant suction holder
  • Package contents: 1 aquarium thermometer incl. suction cup
from 7,45 €
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JBL PROTEMP S 100
Heating for aquariums, 100 W safety heater-stat with protective basket
  • Heating for an optimal temperature in aquariums with 50 to 160 l content (60 – 100 cm length)
  • Easy to install: insert the heater into the protective basket, preselect the temperature on the dial, immerse in the aquarium, attach with suction cups to the internal aquarium pane
  • Precise temperature setting: dial covers temperature range 20 - 34 °C, control accuracy +/-0.5°C. Ideal temperature transfer: star-shaped heating element, made of ceramic
  • TÜV tested, watertight to 100 cm, unbreakable quartz safety glass with protection screen. With dry-running protection against electrical accidents
  • Package contents: safety heater-stat with protective basket, 100 W, 195 cm cable, 2 years guarantee (+2 years upon registration of the product)
from 37,74 €
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JBL FLOATY II
Floating glass cleaning magnet for aquariums
  • Convenient and effective cleaning of aquarium panes: glass cleaning magnet with floating internal element
  • Easy to use: float the internal element on the water at the edge of the aquarium tank, the external element will draw the internal element. Direct the magnet from the outside. Clean glass pane with circular movements
  • Convenient to use: protruding cleaning edge accesses hard-to-reach spots (e.g. behind technical equipment), reach into corners without getting your hands wet
  • Patented JBL edge protection: protection of aquarium silicone seals thanks to bevelled edges, swimming internal element: no scratches on the pane caused by trapped gravel stones
  • Package contents: glass cleaning magnet Floaty II
from 19,03 €
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The animal stock for the aquascaping aquarium

The following animals suit your Dreamscape® aquarium:

Ember tetras

Hyphessobrycon amandae

30 animals

Cherry shrimps

Neocaridina davidi

15 animals

Spotted nerites

Neritina natalensis

8 animals

Amano shrimps

Caridina japonica

8 animals

Video about the setup of the JBL Dreamscape®

In a short 7 minute video we show you what the completed aquarium will look like and how to set it up step by step. Directly after the setup the plants have not yet developed properly. This will take around two weeks.

How to maintain your aquascaping aquarium

Set up and general maintenance
  • Illuminate your aquarium approx. 8 hours/day during the first 2 weeks, afterwards a maximum illumination of 12 hours is possible.
  • Carry out a 50% water change 3 times per week during the first 3 weeks (each second day). Afterwards a water change of 50 % each week is sufficient.

Check daily whether the technical items are working correctly ( Aquarium filters and aquarium accessories , CO2 plant fertilisation and Light ).

Water treatment and tests

Tap water is not always suitable for fish. That’s why it needs to be adapted to the requirements of the fish with an appropriate water conditioner ( JBL Biotopol ), before adding them. Add a bacteria starter ( JBL Denitrol ) one hour later and you can add fish. Please check the nitrite content with the JBL NO2 Nitrite Test every 2 days during the first 2 weeks.

Plant care

Please make sure that you add enough CO2 from day one.

Start with the fertilisation 1 week after the initial start of the aquarium.

Use a complete fertiliser ( JBL PROFLORA Ferropol 15 ml weekly), best with an additional daily fertiliser ( JBL PROFLORA Ferropol 24 ), which you add into the aquarium in the morning, before switching on the lighting. Start with 50 % of the normal dosage and increase as the plants grow.

After 5-6 weeks you can start pruning the plants.

The plant species will determine how often you need to prune.

Please always remove dying or wilting leaves – this can be easily done with long scissors ( JBL PROSCAPE TOOLS S STRAIGHT ).

Maintenance time per week

45 minutes

How often do you need to empty and to clean the complete aquarium?

Your JBL Dreamscape® will stay healthy and beautiful for many years with the care described above. Redecorating your aquarium a few years later is no problem.

Feeding

2x daily as much as the fish can eat in 2 minutes.

Food
JBL NovoGranoMix mini
Mini granulate main food for small aquarium fish
  • Complete nutrition and optimal growth of tropical freshwater fish
  • Nutritious, easy to digest, suitable for automatic feeders: ideal feeding conditions by means of floating and sinking of the granulate for small and medium-sized fish species of 3 to 10 cm in all water layers
  • No water clouding: reduced algae growth thanks to balanced phosphate content, better water quality due to better digestibility of the food, which reduces fish excrement
  • Fish choose JBL food: 98.5% of all fish species ate the JBL food immediately during research expeditions in freshwaters. No processing of cheap fish meal, fish meat from fish fillet production for humans is used
  • Contents: main food, for aquarium fish. After opening use up within 4 months. Unopened storable for 3 years in high-quality packaging with foil seal.
from 7,60 €
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JBL NovoGranoColor mini
Granular main food for colourful small aquarium fish
  • Complete nutrition, ideal growth and vibrant colours for tropical small freshwater fish: selected raw nutrients promote the colouring
  • Nutritious, easy to digest, suitable for automatic feeders: granulate floats and sinks to create ideal feeding conditions for small fish species 3 to 10 cm in all water layers
  • No water clouding: reduced algae growth thanks to balanced phosphate content, better water quality due to better digestibility of the food, which reduces fish excrement
  • Fish choose JBL food: 98.5% of all fish species ate the JBL food immediately during research expeditions in freshwaters. No processing of cheap fish meal, fish meat from fish fillet production for humans is used
  • Contents: main food, for aquarium fish. After opening use up within 4 months. Unopened storable for 3 years in high-quality packaging with foil seal
from 6,30 €
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JBL NovoPrawn
Complete food for shrimps
  • Complete nutrition, ideal growth and brilliant colouring for invertebrates: with spirulina algae and nettle content
  • Nutritious and easy to digest: granulate floats and sinks and thus creates ideal feeding conditions for shrimps 2 - 10 cm in size
  • No water clouding: reduced algae growth thanks to balanced phosphate content, better water quality due to better digestibility of the food, which reduces fish excrement
  • Fish prefer JBL food. 98.5% of all fish species ate the JBL food immediately during research expeditions into freshwaters. No processing of cheap fish meal, fish meat from fish fillet production for humans is used
  • Contents: main food, for aquarium fish. After opening use up within 4 months. Unopened storable for 3 years in high-quality packaging with foil seal
from 6,69 €
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JBL NanoPrawn
Main food for shrimps in small aquariums
  • Complete nutrition, ideal growth and vibrant colouring for invertebrates: with spirulina algae and nettle
  • Ideal feeding conditions thanks to floating and sinking granulates for shrimps from 2 to 10 cm in size
  • No water clouding and water-stable: water-stable food pearls
  • No processing of cheap fish meal, fish meat from fish fillet production for humans is used
  • Contents: main food, for shrimps in nano aquariums. After opening use up within 4 months. Unopened can be stored for 3 years in high-quality packaging with foil seal.
from 4,36 €
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