{"product_id":"hemianthus-micranthemoides-pearlweed","title":"Hemianthus micranthemoides - Pearlweed","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"362\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"101\"\u003ePearlweed\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fast-growing, vibrant green stem plant that can be trimmed and trained into a lush foreground carpet or midground bush. Its tiny, delicate leaves create a soft, “pearled” texture—especially when oxygen bubbles collect on the foliage under strong lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"389\"\u003e🌱 Why You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"390\" data-end=\"682\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"390\" data-end=\"470\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"470\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"415\"\u003eVersatile placement\u003c\/strong\u003e – Carpet in the foreground or shape into dense bushes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"550\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"550\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"502\"\u003eBright, fresh green color\u003c\/strong\u003e – Adds contrast to darker plants and hardscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"613\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"613\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"568\"\u003eFast growth\u003c\/strong\u003e – Great for filling in empty spaces quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"682\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"682\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"637\"\u003eBeginner-friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e – Adapts well to a range of tank conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"701\"\u003e📏 Care Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"778\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"778\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"717\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to high (stronger light encourages compact carpeting)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"848\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"848\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"789\"\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not required, but highly recommended for dense, low growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"872\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"872\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"867\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"907\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"907\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"890\"\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"948\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"948\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"924\"\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foreground to Midground\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"967\"\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim tops and replant cuttings into substrate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1037\"\u003e✂️ Aquascaping Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003eTo achieve a tight carpet, plant stems closely together and trim frequently. Regular trimming encourages lateral growth and a thicker, more compact spread.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaFloraCanada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50942174822706,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0802\/4355\/6658\/files\/ChatGPTImageMar1_2026_10_09_23PM.png?v=1772420984","url":"https:\/\/aquafloracanada.ca\/products\/hemianthus-micranthemoides-pearlweed","provider":"AquaFloraCanada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}