WIO Boulder - Emerald/Jade

Jade Boulders are true treasures of nature, ideal for recreating stunning oriental Asian riverbeds like those found in the tranquil landscapes of Japan's Fukuoka. The distinctive green color, resulting from the presence of iron, magnesium, and other metallic elements, creates a beautiful play of shades and reflections, making these boulders a top choice for aquascapers.

Formed over millennia within Earth's tectonic boundaries, Jade Boulders have been admired by cultures worldwide for centuries. In aquascaping, their vibrant color and versatile shapes are especially suited for Iwagumi-style compositions. The texture and rich shades of green become even more captivating underwater, producing a calming and mesmerizing visual effect.

Jade Boulders open up endless creative opportunities, enabling aquascapers to design intricate, natural-looking stone formations. Their beauty, coupled with their neutrality in water, ensures they will not alter water hardness, making them a safe and reliable choice for aquatic environments. Due to their rarity and strong demand, Jade Boulders can be hard to find and are often regarded as collectibles.

Key Points

• Distinctive green-hued stone
• Perfect for Iwagumi, Ryoboku, and river-style aquascapes
• Enhanced texture and shades of green when submerged
• Smooth texture and rounded forms
• Safe for sensitive aquatic plants and animals
• Rare and highly sought after with limited availability
• Does not alter water hardness

Characteristics

• Type: Metamorphic stone
• Color: Green shades
• Texture: Rounded and smooth with green strata
• Stone size: Available in mixed sizes from 5 to 30 cm
• Water Hardness: Does not affect water hardness — inert and safe for all aquatic life
• Supply: Limited due to high demand

Availability at Cuboid Nature Aquarium

• Nano Box — 5 kg (11 lb): WIO's curated size mix, hand-selected assortment of stones from 5 to 30 cm
• Box — 11 kg (24 lb): WIO's curated size mix, hand-selected assortment of stones from 5 to 30 cm
• In-Store: Visit us in Pipersville, PA to hand-pick individual stones by the pound — choose exactly the pieces and sizes you want for your layout

Usage

• Suitable for both aquatic and terrarium environments
• Rinse stones thoroughly with water before use; use a brush to clean before placing in the aquarium
• Avoid placing rocks directly on the glass — place substrate or WIO LandForms beneath the hardscape first
• Always secure stones, especially when stacking; use WIO ScapeBound to prevent movement during maintenance
• Position stones a few centimeters/inches away from aquarium glass walls to facilitate maintenance
• Safe for fish, shrimps, and other aquatic animals

Available from Cuboid Nature Aquarium — Authorized Retailer for WIO.

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