2Hr Aquarist APT Feast is the easiest way to unlock the true potential of your planted aquarium. Super organic, nutrient rich aqua soil that satisfies the most demanding plants and provides everyday magic in the simplest aquascape. APT Feast's high organic content enables faster rooting and microbial development. Its unique structure releases nutrients in an even, sustained manner over 12+ months. Good planting weight, with granules that hold their form without breaking down.

2X POWER
Compared to conventional big brand aqua soils, APT Feast contains more than 2X the amount of Nitrogen (N), the most important macro nutrient. That is like having a 60,000 mAh powerbank instead of everybody else's 30,000 mAh version.

3X ENDURANCE
Aquarium substrate is a hassle to replace. APT Feast easily provides sustained nutrition for up to 12 months without any additional root fertilisation. No, you don't even need APT Start when you begin.

FORM
Probiotic, organic granules that hold their form yet feel and perform like natural soil. Plant roots sense it immediately. So do beneficial bacteria.

Cold or Warm Start?
A Cold Start, using an inorganic substrate is like putting fresh cut flowers in a vase: it is conveniently easy for the first 1-3 weeks. There is no need for water changes and it is OK to add fish almost immediately. Plants do not melt (yet), and there is little algae. The problems come 4-6 weeks later. After consuming their stored energy, plants begin to struggle, and algae, delayed at the beginning gains an entrenched foothold, taking advantage of the weaker plants and less developed microbial ecology.

A Warm Start, using a highly organic substrate is like starting a miniature farm: real work is required at the start to avoid making an immediate mess. A 2 week Dark Start, ideally at 26°C, followed by a 100% water change before adding hardy plants (no Bucephalandra, rare hybrids, delicate plants yet). Weekly 80% water change for another 2 weeks. Fish and delicate plants enter 1 month after planting. The reward? Richer colours and stronger growth that endures, with enhanced microbial diversity that supports crystal clear waters.

Cut Off Time
Order by 2pm Monday to Friday for same day dispatch (Excluding Bank Holidays).

Direct/Palletised Delivery items may take longer.

Orders Under £49
Standard Delivery (2-3 working days) - £3.99
Express Delivery (1-2 working days) - £5.99

Orders Over £49
Standard Delivery (2-3 working days) - FREE!
Express Delivery (1-2 working days) - £2.99

Timeframes are for standard mainland UK addresses only excluding NI, Scottish Highlands & Islands.

Palletised Deliveries
Some large oversize products, typically items weighing more than 30kg, may require delivery via pallet and as such will arrive as a kerbside delivery only. The drivers in these instances are unfortunately not permitted to assist with the pallet beyond the drop off, and cannot aid in bringing packages into the property.

Pond Planet will contact you to book in delivery on a suitable working day. Delivery will generally take place between 9am and 5pm. To ensure there are no delays with delivery, please include a contact number when placing the order.

Pond Plant Deliveries & Surcharge
Pond plants are subject to a £5.99 delivery surcharge. Pond plants are sent directly from our supplier to make sure the plants you receive are fresh and in great condition. There is no limit on how many you can order for a single delivery charge. This charge is in addition to any other carriage costs for items sent directly from Pond Planet. Please allow 5 -10 working days for delivery.

Returns
If for any reason you are not satisfied with your purchase from Pond Planet, you may return the product(s) to us within 14 days of the purchase date for a refund or exchange.

Goods must be returned in perfect and unused condition, in their original packaging. The buyer must ensure that the goods are securely and adequately packed to avoid damage and the purchaser pays all postage costs. We recommend that products are returned by recorded delivery or by a carrier that requires a signature. Pond Planet accepts no responsibility for goods returned to us unless signed proof can be provided.