{"product_id":"black-wood","title":"Black Wood","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBlackwood Driftwood – Natural Aquarium Hardscape\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring depth and natural character to your aquarium with \u003cstrong\u003eBlackwood Driftwood\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its dark brown-to-black tones and twisted, root-like shapes create contrast against green plants, pale sand, and lighter stone. Each piece has its own contours, making it a distinctive starting point for your aquascape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a single piece as a focal point, or combine several to build a forest-inspired layout. Add moss, Anubias, or Bucephalandra to soften the wood’s outline and create sheltered spaces for shrimp and small fish to explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Blackwood Driftwood?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural contrast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark tones help highlight the colours and textures of surrounding plants and hardscape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Irregular contours bring a root-like, woodland feel to your layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShelter and grazing surfaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thoughtful placement creates shaded spaces and surfaces where biofilm can develop for shrimp and snails to graze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e A natural anchor for mosses and epiphytes, including Anubias, Java fern, and Bucephalandra.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePreparation \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse thoroughly with clean water and remove loose debris. Do not use soap or household cleaners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-soak in a separate container, changing the water regularly. Some pieces take days or weeks to become waterlogged and may need to be secured safely until they sink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpect some tannin release, which can tint the water amber. Pre-soaking and water changes help reduce the colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach plants with thread or aquarium-safe plant glue, keeping rhizomes exposed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the wood securely, leaving room for swimming, water circulation, and maintenance. Check that narrow gaps cannot trap fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA naturally individual piece of hardscape, ready to become part of your next aquascape.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquapets ( KowloonAquarium)","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":67869149921553,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":67869149954321,"sku":null,"price":33.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":67869149987089,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"X large","offer_id":67869150019857,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.aquapets.ca\/products\/black-wood","provider":"Aquapets ( KowloonAquarium)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}