Eleocharis Parvula 5cm Pot

🔥 Eleocharis parvula (Dwarf Hairgrass)
Create a beautiful, natural carpet effect in your aquarium with the classic Eleocharis parvula. This fine, grass-like foreground plant produces dense tufts of bright green blades that spread gradually via runners, forming a soft, lawn-like carpet across the substrate. Perfect for nature-style aquascapes, it adds movement, texture, and a clean, natural finish to planted tanks of all sizes.

Eleocharis parvula is one of the most popular carpeting plants in aquascaping due to its fine texture, natural appearance, and ability to create a seamless green foreground.

🌿 Why Choose Eleocharis parvula?
🌱 Fine grass-like growth for a true carpet effect
💚 Creates a soft, natural foreground lawn
💧 Ideal for nature-style and high-end aquascapes
🐠 Excellent cover for shrimp and fry
⭐ Widely used and trusted carpeting plant

When grown in good conditions, Eleocharis parvula spreads steadily to form a dense, uniform carpet that enhances depth and realism in any aquascape layout.

📏 Care Requirements
🧬 Scientific Name: Eleocharis parvula
📛 Common Name: Dwarf Hairgrass
🏠 Tank Placement: Foreground
🌡️ Temperature: 18–28°C
⚗️ pH Range: 6.0–7.5
💡 Lighting: Medium to high (strong light encourages carpeting)
🧪 Growth Rate: Moderate
🧘 Difficulty: Easy to moderate

Eleocharis parvula thrives in nutrient-rich substrates and benefits from stable conditions. CO₂ supplementation is not essential but will significantly speed up carpeting and improve density. Regular trimming helps maintain a low, even lawn.

🐠 Compatibility
Perfect for planted community aquariums. Works well with tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, shrimp, and other peaceful species. Its dense carpet also provides excellent grazing and hiding areas for invertebrates.

Important Notes
Initial planting may require patience as it establishes runners. Once settled, it forms a thick, continuous carpet. Avoid disturbing the substrate heavily during early growth.

Eleocharis parvula is a fantastic choice for UK aquarists looking for a reliable, classic carpeting plant that delivers a natural, lush green foreground in any freshwater aquascape