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ThriveC All-in-One Liquid Aquarium Plant Fertilizer

ThriveC All-in-One Liquid Aquarium Plant Fertilizer

Complete nutrition for lower-tech planted tanks.

ThriveC delivers essential macro and micronutrients in an all-in-one formula designed specifically for planted aquariums with lower nutrient demand.

1.24-0.53-5.06 • Macros + Micros • Lower-Tech Nutrition • Freshwater Planted Aquariums

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WHY THRIVEC?

Built for Lower-Tech Planted Tanks

ThriveC provides complete macro and micronutrient nutrition in a formula designed specifically for planted aquariums with lower nutrient demand.

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Lower-Tech Focus

Specifically designed for lower-tech planted aquariums where nutrient demand is typically more moderate.

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Macros + Micros

Essential macro and micronutrients come together in one complete liquid fertilizer.

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Moderate Nutrition

A 1.24-0.53-5.06 formula developed around the needs of lower-demand planted aquariums.

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Simple Routine

One concentrated all-in-one formula makes regular planted-tank fertilization straightforward.

EASY LIQUID FEEDING

Measure. Dose. Thrive.

Simple, complete nutrition designed around the needs of lower-tech planted aquariums.

ThriveC dosing guide showing 1 mL per 5 gallons and dosing 1 to 2 times per week for lower-tech planted aquariums

DESIGNED FOR LOWER-TECH AQUARIUMS

Built for Lower-Tech Planted Tanks

Complete nutrition designed around the more moderate nutrient demands of lower-tech planted aquariums.

ThriveC lower-tech aquarium fertilizer with moderate light, no CO2 requirement, slower-growing plants and flexible maintenance

THRIVEC FOR EVERY TANK

Choose Your Size

The same ThriveC lower-tech nutrition in three convenient sizes. Choose the option that fits your aquarium and dosing routine.

ThriveC aquarium plant fertilizer available in 500 mL, 2000 mL and 4000 mL sizes for lower-tech planted aquariums

WHAT'S INSIDE

Complete Analysis

ThriveC provides essential macro and micronutrients in an all-in-one formula specifically designed for lower-tech planted aquariums.

NPK 1.24-0.53-5.06
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS MINIMUM
Total Nitrogen (N) 1.24% Nitrate Nitrogen
1.24%
Available Phosphate (P₂O₅)
0.53%
Soluble Potash (K₂O)
5.06%
Magnesium (Mg) 0.29% Water Soluble Magnesium
0.29%
Sulfur (S) 0.96% Combined Sulfur
0.96%
Boron (B)
0.008%
Copper (Cu) 0.0001% Water Soluble Copper
0.0001%
Iron (Fe) 0.32% Chelated Iron
0.32%
Manganese (Mn) 0.145% Water Soluble Manganese
0.145%
Molybdenum (Mo)
0.0006%
Zinc (Zn) 0.0045% Water Soluble Zinc
0.0045%
N

Essential Macros

Nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium provide the primary macronutrients planted aquariums need for healthy growth.

Fe

Essential Micros

Iron, manganese, boron, zinc, molybdenum and copper round out ThriveC's micronutrient profile.

DERIVED FROM

Potassium Nitrate, Monopotassium Phosphate, Potassium Sulfate, Magnesium Sulfate, Iron DTPA, Iron EDTA, Manganese Sulfate, Boric Acid, Zinc Sulfate, Sodium Molybdate and Copper Sulfate.

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  • 4 stars: 7 (6%)
  • 3 stars: 11 (9%)
  • 2 stars: 6 (5%)
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Annalie Murillo
Best plant supplement

I love this! The quality is very nice, its nutrients helps my plants grow and keep my tank color clear with the liquid being yellowish. My tank I thriving with this. Definitely worth the money!

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Gary
GREAT PLANT FOOD.I SAW THE DIFFERENCE IN MY PLANTS

I think it's the best stuff going.It has all the elements my plants need

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Mikey
Plants and fish do well.

After using this fertilizer for about 6 months now I can say this is some good stuff. My plants are looking so good the employees at the fish store have been asking me what then heck I'm doing to make my plants look so good.It's super easy to dose just 1 pump per 5 gallons of water. And it's safe for the fish.

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anonymous
Very effective low tech fertilizer

I bought this to fertilize my low tech 10g. I started off doing half recommend dosage, and then eventually switched to full dosages after a month or two. The growth has been INSANE. I love this fertilizer, and paired with some good root tabs - my tank plants have taken off. I included some before and after photos, taken only a month or two apart, I literally adore this fert.

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Elina Itugot
Broken pump

Pump arrived broken. It still works but I have to get closer and be more careful when using it.

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Jillian

I really love this, I didn't have any issues with the pump starting out but about 2 months of use, the pump has started to have issues. My plants really love this and are thriving!

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LJ

Just started using it so time will tell, but the bottle is nice and pump is easy to use. Less messy than other fertilizers

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Freddy
Looks great, pump came broken though…

Product looks great, it’s exactly what I need for my tank. Only problem I have is the pump came broken…

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AR Family
Great - Bought low tech, but tank became high tech

I bought the low tech Thrive C and it worked well on my low tech 10 gallon nano tank. Shortly after, I added CO2 and wished I had gotten a different fertilizer. However, after comparing the different thrive products guaranteed analysis, I realized that the Thrive+ was basically the same but more concentrated. As of now, I use one pump of the Thrive C about every 36 hours (~2 pumps in 3 days). Along with some root tabs the plants are doing great (and frankly I think it's more to do with the Thrive C.The tank needing a manicure. I cut back plants at least once a week.

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Cecilia L.
Magical results!

I was using fertilizer capsules before for my aquarium plants. It was not a fun process to stick them in the sand beneath each plant. This is so much easier, because I just pump it in when I do my weekly water change. When I started using this, I had only two of these little plants floating around. Now, look how they have multiplied! All my aquarium plants are thriving and this product has become a staple for me.

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aleck oseguera
Great stuff

Works great! It’s the only fertilizer I use on my low tech tank

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Momo
Great liquid fert

I recently got back into the hobby and purchased Thrive C for my low-tech planted tank. My plants are thriving and look really healthy! I dose 0.75 ml once a week in my 3.6 gallon tank, and it seems like the perfect amount - there’s been no algae growth, and nitrates stay stable around 5-10 ppm.

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Amanda R.
Does not contain carbon...

Ordered specifically for the carbon content and what I received specifically does not contain carbon. 100% false advertising...

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Christine VanDorn
Received broken

Received with a broken pump cap. Kind of annoying.....

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A friend
Not harming my parameters

Did not harm my parameters. I use only half of the suggested dose because I am afraid to harm my fish.Went from zero to lush in 2 months.

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Hydrotonic
Amazing!

Wow what a difference this has made in my tank?!!! Pictures show how beautiful my plants are!

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Amazon Customer
Seems to work well!

Was recommended to me by someone who is heavy into aquatic plants (growing and selling) this is what she uses so I am using now myself. My plants are about a month old now and are really liking this stuff!

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Robneck
Great all in one fertilizer for low tech planted aquariums

I started using Thrive C months ago and waited to see how well it worked before writing this review. I can say if you use an aqua soil and this stuff, your fish will be happy and you plants will boom with growth.The first two pics are before and after in my 2.5G long tank, taken about two months apart. I planted the tank with tissue culture plants and use a Nicrew Classic 12" light on 30% power for 12 hrs a day. I change one gallon of water a week and add 8 drops of Thrive C to the change water with 6 drops of Prime water conditioner. The last pic I just took while writing this review. It's now time to get in there and clean the plants up a bit!

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Monsterz
Seems to work.

Plants have grown exponentially since adding.

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Drahomir Janecek
It is working!

It is complete low tech fertilizer for my Planted Fishtank.

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Amazonshopper
Magic in a bottle!

I was looking for a good fertilizer for my plants and decided to try this one. Let me just say that I am very impressed. One pump once a week after a partial water change is all I need for my 6 gallon betta tank. I had dosed my first pump last Monday and to my surprise, my Anubias sprouted a leaf the next day. I dosed again yesterday after a water change, and upon checking up on my betta just now, another one of my Anubias plants is sprouting a new leaf. My java fern is growing plantets like crazy and this was all due to using this fert for the past two weeks. Before this, I was using flourish for years without much growth. One thing I will have to say though is that I haven’t seen any pearling like others have claimed but as long as my plants are growing, it’s totally fine by me.

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MarsT
Plants pearling after first dose

Just started using ThriveC in my 20-gal tank w/a 25% water change today, and noticed a couple of hour later that my plants are all pearling - I've never seen this in my low tech tank with other biocarbon supplements.

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cM
Another excellent product from NilocG!

This stuff is absolutely perfect for those of us with medium tech setups. I was able to completely ditch the full Seachem planted line and still maintain my target nutrient levels, dosing twice weekly. I have observed that growth has certainly increased, especially the Anubias nana that is now putting out 1 -2 new leaves per week, and my Java Moss that has simply exploded. I run pressurized Co2 with medium par lighting, inert gravel and root tabs in this tank. I just pulled out water wisteria from the center and planted Cryptocoryne Undulata so we will see how that likes the ThriveC and update later.Edit: 1.5 years later and this stuff still amazes me. I’m getting a consistent and moderate growth with no issues. I’ve also started a bowl with no CO2 and it’s doing phenomenal.

THRIVEC FAQ

Questions About ThriveC?

Everything you need to know about using ThriveC in lower-tech planted aquariums.

What type of aquarium is ThriveC designed for? +

ThriveC is designed specifically for lower-tech planted aquariums with more moderate nutrient demand. It provides essential macro and micronutrients in a complete all-in-one liquid formula.

How much ThriveC should I dose? +

Dose 1 mL of ThriveC per 5 gallons of aquarium water.

How often should I dose ThriveC? +

Dose ThriveC 1–2 times per week or as needed to maintain appropriate nutrient levels in your planted aquarium.

Do I need to perform weekly water changes? +

Weekly 20–30% water changes are suggested. However, the amount and frequency can be reduced depending on your aquarium's specific needs and maintenance routine.

What is the difference between ThriveC and regular Thrive? +

Both are complete all-in-one planted aquarium fertilizers, but they are designed around different levels of nutrient demand. Thrive is the general-purpose choice for a wide range of planted tanks, while ThriveC is formulated specifically for lower-tech aquariums with more moderate nutrient demand.

What is the difference between ThriveC and Thrive+? +

ThriveC is intended for lower-tech aquariums with more moderate nutrient demand. Thrive+ is a more concentrated formula designed for higher-demand planted aquariums, including high-light and CO₂-injected setups.

Can ThriveC be used in a tank with shrimp? +

Yes. ThriveC can be used in freshwater planted aquariums that contain shrimp when dosed as directed.

If Thrive, Thrive+ and ThriveC are safe for shrimp, why do you have ThriveS? +

The difference is the focus of the aquarium. If shrimp are the primary focus of the tank, ThriveS is designed around the stability and maintenance routines common in shrimp-focused aquariums. These tanks often use smaller or less frequent water changes.

Thrive, Thrive+ and ThriveC are also suitable for planted aquariums containing shrimp, but they are formulated around the nutritional needs of the plants and are generally used alongside the maintenance routines typical of planted aquariums.

Does ThriveC replace root tabs or root capsules? +

Not necessarily. ThriveC supplies nutrients through the water column, while ThriveTabs and ThriveCaps deliver nutrients directly into the substrate. Root-zone fertilizers can be used alongside ThriveC for plants that benefit from additional substrate feeding.

What nutrients are included in ThriveC? +

ThriveC provides nitrogen, phosphate, potassium, magnesium, sulfur and essential micronutrients including iron, manganese, boron, zinc, molybdenum and copper.

THRIVEC LOWER-TECH NUTRITION

Complete nutrition.
Made simpler.

Give your lower-tech planted aquarium the essential macro and micronutrients it needs with one simple all-in-one formula.

Lower-Tech Focus

Designed for aquariums with more moderate nutrient demand.

Complete Macros + Micros

Essential plant nutrition together in one bottle.

Simple Dosing

Just 1 mL per 5 gallons, 1–2 times per week.

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1.24-0.53-5.06

Lower-tech planted aquarium nutrition made simple.

Moderate demand. Complete nutrition. One bottle.