TABLE OF CONTENTS
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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR Introduction for the sixth issue of AquaScaping World Magazine. By John Nguyen
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TRIAL AND ERROR: GET YOUR HANDS AND ARMS WET A planted aquarium isn’t something that comes automatically. Most aquascapers go through a phase of trial and error that helps them perfect how to grow aquatic plants. By Roy Deki
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AQUASCAPING WITH GEORGE FARMER If there was a list of aquascaping experts, George Farmer would be at the top of that list. Learn the ins and outs of aquascaping as you enjoy his aquascapes. By George Farmer
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PLANTED AQUARIUM LIGHTING FOR BEGINNERS Aquarium lighting is one of the most important elements for a planted aquarium. Find how to get the right amount of lighting for your aquarium. By Hector Ortiz
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MAKING A PLANTED AQUARIUM BACKGROUND: LESSONS LEARNED A unique element to add to a planted aquarium. Discover the basics of making a concrete aquarium background from the lessons learned from this do-it-yourself experience. By Kristen Danker
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A RYOBOKU AQUASCAPE: THE BEGINNINGS Follow this step-by-step planted aquarium setup that will focus on using the Ryoboku style of aquascaping. By Kristoffer Willerslev Jorgensen
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AQUASCAPE IN FOCUS: SUNNY GRASSLAND This month we feature William Ng’s 50 liter aquascape, Sunny Grassland. Find out how he manages to create colorful backgrounds to match his wonderful aquascape. By ASW Editor
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FISH PROFILE: ALBINO BRISTLENOSE PLECOSTOCUS This one is for you fish lovers. Here’s an in-depth fish profile on this peaceful species. By Aziz Dhanani
AUGUST 2008 AquaScaping World
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