--- product_id: 97322582 title: "NilocG ThriveCaps Aquarium Root Fertilizer for Planted Tanks, 60 Caps" brand: "nilocg aquatics" price: "€ 40.16" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Niloc G Aquatics" url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/97322582-nilocg-thrivecaps-aquarium-root-fertilizer-for-planted-tanks-60-caps store_origin: GR region: Greece --- # Slow-release formula Complete NPK + micros 1g nutrient-dense capsules NilocG ThriveCaps Aquarium Root Fertilizer for Planted Tanks, 60 Caps **Brand:** nilocg aquatics **Price:** € 40.16 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌿 Thrive below the surface, watch your aquarium flourish! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** NilocG ThriveCaps Aquarium Root Fertilizer for Planted Tanks, 60 Caps by nilocg aquatics - **How much does it cost?** € 40.16 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/97322582-nilocg-thrivecaps-aquarium-root-fertilizer-for-planted-tanks-60-caps) ## Best For - nilocg aquatics enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted nilocg aquatics brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Precision Placement:** Easy-to-use 1g tablets designed to be placed directly at the plant roots for maximum absorption. - • **Natural Mineral Blend:** Formulated with iron-rich clay and mineralized topsoil to mimic natural aquatic environments. - • **Long-Lasting Root Fuel:** Slow-release capsules feed your aquatic plants consistently for 3-4 months, reducing maintenance hassle. - • **Trusted by Aquascaping Pros:** Ranked #57 in Aquarium Water Treatments with 4.3-star reviews—join the thriving community of plant enthusiasts. - • **All-in-One Nutrient Powerhouse:** Contains essential macro and micro nutrients including nitrogen and phosphate for unstoppable plant growth. ## Overview ThriveCaps Aquarium Root Fertilizer offers 60 slow-release, nutrient-rich capsules packed with complete macro and micronutrients, including nitrogen and phosphate, essential for healthy freshwater aquarium plants. Each 1g tablet combines a unique blend of dry Thrive mix, iron-rich clay, and mineralized topsoil, designed for precise placement in the substrate to promote vigorous root growth and sustained plant health over 3-4 months. ## Description ThriveCaps | Premium Root Zone Fertilizer Capsules | 60 Tabs New and Improved: ThriveCaps - Substrate additive for planted aquarium Contain Micro and macro elements as well as other minerals ThriveCaps are nutrient rich capsules which are intended to be placed in the substrate of a planted freshwater aquarium. They will provide a long lasting nutrient source essential for healthy plant growth. ThrivedCaps are a blend of dry Thrive mix, iron rich clay and mineralized top soil. How To Use? Place a capsule at the base of each plant or space out around the tank every 5-6" in a grid pattern. Push down to the bottom of the substrate as far as you can. Replace every 3-4 months or as needed. Review: Fast acting - Loved this stuff so I just bought some desertcart swords because that's the environment my angel fish come from and the first day I brought them home some leaves were brown and frail this is my first time owning a planted tank so I did some research and apparently this plant imperticular requires root tabs because they are root feeders I bought these buried two next to each plant and omg the next day I checked on the plants off the Rip the plants were as green as could be and looked great no more brown instead a healthy looking plant fast acting ! will buy more when the time comes Review: Only issue is the floating caps, which is easily remedied - The caps like to float and don't always stay buried very well. Or a couple days later, a weird greenish bubble will be coming up out of the sand. It's not a big deal, really, you just push it back down. Now I just squeeze them and bend them in half before stuffing them under the substrate. Gets most of the air out, lets a little water in easier - seems to help them stick. Otherwise, plant growth seems good so I keep using them. I also like that they're easy to open if I'm setting up a new tank I just open a few and sprinkle the innards down before I put substrate in. ## Features - ThriveCaps are nutrient rich tablets which are intended to be placed in the substrate of a planted freshwater aquarium. They will provide a long lasting nutrient source essential for healthy plant growth. - ThriveCaps are the only commercially available aquarium specific root tabs that contain all the necessary micro and macro nutrients so your plants can THRIVE - Other competitor tabs claim the fact that they lack certain nutrients(Flourish tabs dont contain nitrogen or phosphate) is a good thing. This just isnt true. They are necessary for the survival of the plants. - 60 Count Caps | 1 grams per cap - ThriveCaps are a blend of dry Thrive mix, iron rich clay and mineralized top soil. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07M8DTQ4D | | Best Sellers Rank | #14,654 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #120 in Aquarium Water Treatments | | Brand | NilocG Aquatics | | Brand Name | NilocG Aquatics | | Coverage | Medium | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 1,670 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00810122821113 | | Included Components | ThriveCaps | | Item Form | Capsules | | Item Highlight | Premium root tabs for live plants, slow‑release NPK and micros, safe for shrimp and snails, supports strong root development | | Item Weight | 60 g | | Manufacturer | NilocG Aquatics | | Mixing Ratio | 1:0:0 | | Model Number | 00810122821304 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Part Number | ooi-88-5h334 | | Specific Uses For Product | Aquarium,Plant Growth | | Target Species | plants | | UPC | 702921923979 810122821113 | | Unit Count | 60 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** NilocG Aquatics - **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00810122821113 - **Item Form:** Capsules - **Item Weight:** 60 g - **Specific Uses For Product:** Aquarium,Plant Growth ## Images ![NilocG ThriveCaps Aquarium Root Fertilizer for Planted Tanks, 60 Caps - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61mBetcExBL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does this contain copper?** A: Yes it does. It contains 0.0001% copper which is significantly below the level which can harm shrimp and snails. ThriveCaps is perfectly safe for all fish, shrimp and snails. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks Colin / NilocG **Q: Should i use this with the thrive pump bottle?** A: That's a good question. Some say that if you are dosing the water column that the Caps aren't necessary. Some say to use them with deep rooting plants like Swords and Crypts and Dwarf Sag, etc. I happen to squirt the Thrive+ in my tank twice a week and if and when I first plant a plant that has roots, I usually bury a Root Cap to jump start the roots. Did you happen to see the photos of the Crypt on NILOCG.com website ? He does a comparison of his Plant Caps vs. the Seachem Root Tabs and shows the difference in growth. Best to you in your decision. **Q: Is 2 inches to much for a carpet i see saying every 6 but i want them to grow in nice an thick?** A: Go with the reccomended dosage. Depending on how deep your substrate is and what kind this and other root tabs can leach out into your water column and if your dosing ferts in your water column you have potential for algae breakouts. Try with six inches first Waite a month and see. You can always add. Hope that helps. Remember with plants need to be patient. **Q: I have been using these for a month, maybe six weeks, and my water is so cloudy. These are the only change to my tank, will this clear up with time?** A: They should not cloud your water assuming you push them down to the bottom of the substrate and you dont disturb them too much. It definitely should not cloud the water for size weeks. What color is the water? Sounds like maybe you have a bacterial bloom? ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fast acting *by C***N on August 14, 2025* Loved this stuff so I just bought some amazon swords because that's the environment my angel fish come from and the first day I brought them home some leaves were brown and frail this is my first time owning a planted tank so I did some research and apparently this plant imperticular requires root tabs because they are root feeders I bought these buried two next to each plant and omg the next day I checked on the plants off the Rip the plants were as green as could be and looked great no more brown instead a healthy looking plant fast acting ! will buy more when the time comes ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Only issue is the floating caps, which is easily remedied *by S***S on August 3, 2024* The caps like to float and don't always stay buried very well. Or a couple days later, a weird greenish bubble will be coming up out of the sand. It's not a big deal, really, you just push it back down. Now I just squeeze them and bend them in half before stuffing them under the substrate. Gets most of the air out, lets a little water in easier - seems to help them stick. Otherwise, plant growth seems good so I keep using them. I also like that they're easy to open if I'm setting up a new tank I just open a few and sprinkle the innards down before I put substrate in. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great if you bury them well *by T***Y on July 7, 2026* I really like these as a supplement to liquid fertilizers. I think they really helped my new plants root. That being said, you really have to make sure they go deep into your substrate or else they will float, bloat, and explode all over your tank. ## Frequently Bought Together - ThriveCaps | Aquarium Root Fertilizer Tabs Caps 60 Count - Seachem Flourish Freshwater Plant Supplement 500 ml - Fluval 12694 Plant and Shrimp Stratum for Freshwater Fish Tanks, 8.8 lbs. – Aquarium Substrate for Strong Plant Growth, Supports Neutral to Slightly Acidic pH --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.gr/products/97322582-nilocg-thrivecaps-aquarium-root-fertilizer-for-planted-tanks-60-caps](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/97322582-nilocg-thrivecaps-aquarium-root-fertilizer-for-planted-tanks-60-caps) --- *Product available on Desertcart Greece* *Store origin: GR* *Last updated: 2026-09-03*