Fish Science Iron Boost Water Conditioner for Vivariums 250ml

Iron Boost is a liquid iron supplement designed for planted vivariums and bioactive terrariums where live vegetation is part of the setup. Iron is a key micronutrient that plants rapidly deplete from substrate and water, and a deficiency shows quickly in yellowing leaves and stunted growth. This 250ml liquid formula allows keepers to dose accurately and maintain healthy plant growth within the vivarium environment.

Why Iron Matters in a Bioactive Vivarium

Live plants in enclosed vivarium systems operate in a nutrient-limited environment. Unlike open garden beds, a terrarium cannot draw on natural soil replenishment, so trace elements like iron must be supplemented directly. Maintaining adequate iron levels supports chlorophyll production, encouraging dense, healthy foliage that benefits both the aesthetic of the setup and the wellbeing of the inhabitants relying on live cover.

Practical Use

The liquid format makes dosing straightforward — it can be added directly to the substrate moisture or applied as a foliar spray to plant leaves, depending on the plant species and vivarium layout. The 250ml bottle provides a practical volume for regular supplementation across typical vivarium sizes without the need for frequent reordering.

Suitable Setups

• Bioactive vivariums housing tropical reptile species such as dart frog vivaria, crested gecko, or day gecko setups
• Planted terrariums with moisture-loving flora including ferns, bromeliads, and mosses
• Any enclosed vivarium where live plants are a functional or decorative element

Consistent use of Iron Boost keeps planted vivarium vegetation in good condition, reducing plant die-off and supporting the kind of natural, well-maintained environment that benefits both keeper and animal alike.