How To: Attach JAVA FERN on DRIFTWOOD - (Tips and Tricks)

Learn how to attach java fern on driftwood in this video! The following methods in this video can be applied to any kind of hardscape and any kind of aquarium plant such as java fern, anubias, or java moss. Whether you are attaching java fern on wood or rocks this is a super simple way to grow java fern faster and have a more beautiful aquarium.
There are 4 main methods to attaching java fern on driftwood: 1. Elastic bands 2. Fishing line 3. Cotton thread and 4. Superglue. All methods are great for attaching java fern but come with different pros and cons. Being familiar with each method will allow you to pick and choose which way to attach java fern on driftwood that works best for your situation.
1. Elastic Bands: They are super cheap and probably laying around somewhere in your house. Elastic bands can be used in a pinch if you are trying to quickly attach java fern on rocks or driftwood.
2. Fishing line: This stuff is nearly invisible underwater so you will likely not draw any attention to the line holding down your java fern plant. The fishing line will not break down in your planted aquarium, therefore this is a permanent fix.
3. Cotton thread: Similar to the fishing line, but cotton will eventually break down and dissolve in your planted aquarium, therefore this is not a permanent fix. Although, there is a good chance that your java fern plant will be attached on the wood by the time the thread dissolves.
4. Super Glue: This is the more popular method as it is super quick and relatively straight forward. It is slightly more expensive than the other methods but not by much. Be careful not to use too much super glue when attaching java fern on driftwood because once hard it will be white and visible in your planted aquarium.
NOTE: I only have experience using cyanoacrylate based superglue and have never had any problems with the superglue harming plants or animals in my aquarium. Through my personal experiences and research online I believe this superglue to be safe for aquarium use. I try to let the superglue cure as much as possible before adding it to the aquarium but in some instances uncured superglue has also been added in the aquarium with no ill effects.
If you have any further questions I will be sure to answer them in the comment section!
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[@Widquatics]

Thanks for watching everyone! Let me know below which method for attaching plants is your favorite! I think mine is the superglue method! 😀👌

[@dezign2the9z58]

Thanks for one of the most thorough videos I have ever watched.

[@devonshrestha7078]

Hello great video and infomation, Thank you for that. Could the Java Fern be attached to the rock as well?

[@voctorfloud9341]

Super glue only for me it’s the easiest and the fastest method

[@CaylorsReptilesAquatics]

I use line and/or glue. All methods, as you mentioned, have their use. Another great tutorial. Thanks.

[@Widquatics]

Thanks for sharing around Bob! I appreciate all the support! 😀

[@FishmanEricRussell]

Hey! Just came over after seeing your comment. great tips. Thanks for sharing

[@Widquatics]

Hey! Thanks for stopping by Fishman! I love your videos!

[@MarvelChick]

Thanks for the tips can't wait to try em' out

[@JCAquatics]

Wooooo another great video man this will actually be useful for me because I’m planning to do this in a tank soon. Also you’re almost to 200 great job man!

[@Widquatics]

Thanks man! I'm excited to see your new tank, let me know if you need any advice when you get to planting stuff

[@dotti1203]

Just a tip, water sets superglue so if you do it outside the tank just give it a spray with a water spray bottle to set the glue very quickly

[@h2okeeper106]

Thanks for the support :) came to share the love! As for the topic of this video, i recommend using thread or rubber bands. You can also use zip ties (i would recommend hiding the zip tie with moss) looking forward to more vids to come

[@Widquatics]

Thanks for coming by the channel! Good idea with the zip ties, those will never come loose for a nice permanent fix! 😀

[@h2okeeper106]

@@Widquatics haha im glad you like the zip tie idea/method :)

[@davidsfishtanks9347]

you sure do know your plants man great video !!

[@Widquatics]

Thanks David!

[@jeromeinko-dokubo9967]

Lot's of knowledge shared here,thanks Jordan.

[@Widquatics]

Thank you Jerome! Hope your new tank is going well!

[@jeromeinko-dokubo9967]

Naa,just gathering supplies first,,,will mail some pictures of what I got so far.

[@vijaysaradhi0911]

Definitely good and decent video... Very helpful for freshers to the hobby..

[@dbachelorsplantedaquarium4711]

great video.. thanks for sharing!

[@Widquatics]

Thanks for watching! 😀👍

[@Les-OZZYTHEOSCAR]

Good video. I've always used the cotton method, but you give a great tip with the metal clip, as it is really tricky. I think the super glue is the best although have never done it

[@Widquatics]

Yeah that little clip seriously helps so much! I used fishing line a lot but I've been using superglue more and more just because of how much faster it is! Thanks for watching!

[@natalias5079]

Wow! You know ALOT about plants. I’ve been looking at your videos and have learned a lot. You deserve over 1000 subs. Do you have any other aquariums besides the Anubia drift wood one. I would love to see more.

[@Widquatics]

Thank you Natalia, that's so kind of you to say! I actually don't right now because I am moving soon but that means I'm going to set up a bunch soon! I can't wait! 😀

[@MCAQUIN0]

Are you from Toronto? haha. Love your propagation videos. More please!

[@CaylorsReptilesAquatics]

Liked and shared

[@aaqilian5.085]

I prefer thread. It disintegrates and seems more natural to me. Another great vid. Cheers

[@renaeshropshire7535]

Great video! I would like to add some anubias and java fern to my goldfish tank. Which type of hardscape would be best; rocks, cholla wood, driftwood, mopani wood? Can you offer any pros and cons? Thanks!

[@juliuswicked4587]

i like that cork method. can i use styrofoam rather than cork?

[@Scorpio70ish]

Great vid!! Just wondering if it is safe to use E6000 for aquarium.

[@Widquatics]

Thank you! After a quick google search of E6000 ingredients I don't think it would be safe for gluing plants because it takes too long to cure. That being said, I'm sure once it is fully cured it should be safe if you wanted to use it for attaching hardscape together for a future aquascape. Try looking out for a cyanoacrylate based superglue if you want to attach plants to hardscape.👍

[@Scorpio70ish]

@@Widquatics Thank you so much for the advice. :)

[@veneshpillay2988]

Great vid, i only use super glue

[@Widquatics]

Thanks for watching Venesh! I'm a big fan of using superglue too! 😀

[@VStag]

Awesome video Thanks for sharing FishFam NJAE18

[@Widquatics]

No problem V. Stag! Thanks for watching man!

[@jcjcj.]

Can you tie it to fake decor

[@johneyjoseph1318]

Video is corrupted ?

[@elgensenados3030]

So handsome

[@Widquatics]

Thanks for watching Elgen!

[@covertboy488]

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[@weeaboii8779]

Wow mean ;(