Fresh Start Guides

10 THINGS I WISH I KNEW BEFORE KEEPING SHRIMP
10 THINGS I WISH I KNEW BEFORE KEEPING SHRIMP
A thriving shrimp colony is about more than just adding shrimp to a cycled tank! Discover 10 things I wish I knew before keeping shrimp, from water stability, moulting and... Read more...
African vs American Cichlids: They’re More Different Than You Think!
African vs American Cichlids: They’re More Different Than You Think!
African vs American cichlids explained! Learn about cichlid care, tank setup, water conditions, feeding, aggression, filtration and choosing the right cichlid. Read more...
The Ultimate Guide to Balloon Mollies & Mollies: Care, Housing, Feeding and Breeding
The Ultimate Guide to Balloon Mollies & Mollies: Care, Housing, Feeding and Breeding
Everything you need to know about Balloon Mollies and Molly Fish. Explore care requirements, ideal water parameters, breeding, feeding, tank mates and beginner-friendly aquarium tips. Read more...
Beginner’s Guide to Keeping Guppies | Care, Feeding & Breeding Tips
Beginner’s Guide to Keeping Guppies | Care, Feeding & Breeding Tips
Learn everything you need to know about keeping guppies, including tank setup, feeding, breeding, and care tips. Discover Assorted Guppies, Moscow Guppies, and Yellow Cobra Guppies at Fresh Start Gardens.... Read more...
The Best Beginner Aquatic Plants for Australian Aquariums (And Why They Thrive)
The Best Beginner Aquatic Plants for Australian Aquariums (And Why They Thrive)
Whether you’re keeping shrimp, goldfish, or a fully planted freshwater aquarium, choosing the right aquatic plants can make all the difference. In this guide, we’ll explore three of the most... Read more...
Why Are My Shrimp Hiding? 10 Common Causes Explained
Why Are My Shrimp Hiding? 10 Common Causes Explained
Why are your shrimp hiding? Learn the 10 most common reasons freshwater shrimp disappear into plants and decorations, plus how to identify when hiding is normal or a sign of... Read more...
The Truth About Duckweed: Love It or Hate It?
The Truth About Duckweed: Love It or Hate It?
Duckweed: The Tiny Floating Plant With Big Benefits for Aquariums & Ponds  Discover why duckweed is one of the most popular floating aquarium plants for shrimp tanks, fish tanks, and... Read more...
The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Keeping Neocaridina Shrimp
The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Keeping Neocaridina Shrimp
Discover everything you need to know about keeping Neocaridina shrimp in this complete beginner’s guide. Learn how to cycle a shrimp tank, maintain the ideal water parameters, choose the best... Read more...
The Best Beginner Plants for Shrimp Tanks
The Best Beginner Plants for Shrimp Tanks
Discover some of the best beginner-friendly plants for shrimp tanks, including Bonsai Rotala, Milfoil, Duckweed, and more. Learn how live plants help improve water quality, provide natural shelter, and create... Read more...
Why We Sell Juvenile Shrimp Instead of Adults
Why We Sell Juvenile Shrimp Instead of Adults
Juvenile Shrimp vs Adult Shrimp - why do juvenile shrimp have better survival rates when acclimating and transporting?  Read more...