Arizona Aquatic Plant Enthusiasts

Arizona Aquatic Plant Enthusiasts AAPE is a local, non-profit group of Planted Tank Hobbyists that was founded in December of 2005 to support and grow the hobby in the state of Arizona.

We are a local, non-profit group of Planted Tank Hobbyists that was founded in December of 2005 to support and grow the hobby in the state of Arizona. To this end, we host one of the largest local planted tank forums in the United States, arrange monthly meetings in and around Phoenix (as well as Tucson), organize auctions and raffles and secure special discounts and benefits for AAPE members with

local and national companies. If you live in the Phoenix area or are just passing through, please feel free to join us at one of our monthly meetings. You are always welcome no matter what your level of expertise. For more information, please take some time and explore our forums, photos, and articles on this website. Also, feel free to register and participate in our online community - no matter where you are from!

Make sure to RSVP!
11/03/2015

Make sure to RSVP!

Hey all! With Thnksgiving coming the 26th I believe the best time for this meeting would be the Sunday before- November 22nd. I thought maybe I should do a

10/16/2015

This month's meeting will be in the east valley, Apache Junction. We'll have to do it a little bit earlier than normal due to schedule juggling lol. Oct 18th

Make sure to RSVP for the September 2015 AAPE meeting!
09/24/2015

Make sure to RSVP for the September 2015 AAPE meeting!

We will be holding September's meeting at James McIntosh' house located in Northern Glendale between 67th and 75th Ave and Just north of the 101 loop-right behind

08/26/2015

I am hosting the August 2015 meeting and I am located in Surprise. I am thinking the menu will be some groovy hamburger sliders, potato salad, and my world famous

"For those wishing to pay their respects to the late Takashi Amano, an international group has launched a tribute websit...
08/08/2015

"For those wishing to pay their respects to the late Takashi Amano, an international group has launched a tribute website for people to leave their wishes."

Takashi Amano, the founder and CEO of Aqua Design Amano, has passed away. This is a great article about his numerous con...
08/06/2015

Takashi Amano, the founder and CEO of Aqua Design Amano, has passed away. This is a great article about his numerous contributions to the hobby. Rest in peace.

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Make sure to RSVP for the July 2015 AAPE meeting!
07/16/2015

Make sure to RSVP for the July 2015 AAPE meeting!

Hello everyone I know you probably think I forgot but I have not!! I have been so freaking busy trying to figure out which house this will be happening in and what

The next AAPE meeting is being held on April 26th in Goodyear! Make sure to RSVP.
04/17/2015

The next AAPE meeting is being held on April 26th in Goodyear! Make sure to RSVP.

I've got April and I hope you all make it out to Goodyear for the meeting. I live near the corner of Estrella Pkwy & Van Buren, so I know it is a bit of a drive

The next AAPE meeting will be hosted on Sunday, March 29th in Avondale. Make sure to RSVP!
03/12/2015

The next AAPE meeting will be hosted on Sunday, March 29th in Avondale. Make sure to RSVP!

Everyone is invited to come see us in Avondale on Sunday, March 29 at Noon. Menu is still to be determined. Hope to see you all there!

FEATURED PLANT: Hyptis lorentzianaH. lorentziana is a rather uncommon species in the hobby. Ranging from Venezuela to Ar...
03/06/2015

FEATURED PLANT: Hyptis lorentziana

H. lorentziana is a rather uncommon species in the hobby. Ranging from Venezuela to Argentina, it can grow up to six feet tall in its natural habitat, but tends to stay much smaller in culture. It is in the Lamiaceae (mint) family. Although not a particularly demanding species, it does require CO2 supplementation, strong lighting, and a comprehensive fertilizer regimen to look its best. Maintaining a nitrate level of 10-15ppm and a phosphate level of 1-2ppm will help it turn purple. It has a medium to fast growth rate when grown in ideal parameters.

Photo Copyright 2006 by Tim Gross
Source: http://www.aquaticplantcentral.com/forumapc/plantfinder/details.php?id=150

Last call to RSVP for the February 2015 AAPE meeting-- it's this Sunday!
02/20/2015

Last call to RSVP for the February 2015 AAPE meeting-- it's this Sunday!

Hello, We will have Feb meeting on February 22, 2015 if that works for everyone. Cross street are the 60 and Mill ave. Menu will be Frito Pie and Mississippi

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