Aquascape Tutorial: IKEBANA BETTA FISH Cube Aquarium (How To: Full Step By Step Planted Tank Guide)

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  • Aquascape Tutorial: IKEBANA BETTA FISH Cube Aquarium (How To: Full Step By Step Planted Tank Guide)
    This is my Ikebana aquarium which is the next stage of development from this video: • Aquascape Tutorial: 2....
    I really like how it turned out and it's already got me planning the next version ;)
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 416

  • @MDFishTanks
    @MDFishTanks  4 роки тому +56

    In my first Ikebana I used just one bowl....obviously the next progression is bigger and more lol....make sure you sub and ding the bell guys...I've got something even more amazing planned for the next Ikebana!!!
    Equipment links (all affiliate):
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    Light (similar model): amzn.to/318Wuck

    • @notaworldpeaceafterall6476
      @notaworldpeaceafterall6476 4 роки тому

      Hey i was wondering if you had tried to use tubing connecting two aquarium so the fish would travel vice versa between the 2 aquariums. Becuase i think i saw a video. Any tips in making one?

    • @runtracks4805
      @runtracks4805 4 роки тому

      please fill in Indonesian subtitles

    • @AudzCadz
      @AudzCadz 2 роки тому +1

      wondering what you use for the backing? want to get some of this frosted effect backing but struggling to find anything...

  • @LuminaryXion
    @LuminaryXion 4 роки тому +103

    Hi! I'm in Japan, speaking Japanese. You said "eh key bana" but it should be "E" (like the name of the letter, or the sound in the word "English") "keh" (like the "ke" in "kevlar") "bana" (imagine the "nana" from banana, but starting with a b instead of n) so, E Keh Bana 生花 いけばな. It means living flowers, or planted flower artworks :)
    Thanks for your take on this beautiful art style!

    • @sendmorerum8241
      @sendmorerum8241 3 роки тому +4

      Even in English, it is clearly written as "ikebana"; so I would expect people to mispronounce it like "ai-keebana", but no, he goes "eh-kehbana" 🤣
      But the tank is really pretty.

  • @TheAxebitten
    @TheAxebitten 4 роки тому +207

    I think you're starting a new style of aquascaping....Granny's Tea Time Set Style . Jokes aside, love your videos and aquariums. Keep it up

  • @marypaigeflynn4512
    @marypaigeflynn4512 4 роки тому +33

    I was glad to see you rocking and owning the Crocs in socks... 👍😁
    My beautiful mother passed away two years ago from cancer. She absolutely loved this kind of blue China. I have some of her beautiful pieces. She also bought me my first aquarium when I was just a little girl. She was such a classy lady and this would absolutely be beautiful to do with these pieces .. this would make a beautiful memorial Ikebana style tank in her honor! That's the beauty of your channel and videos.. the inspiration is like none other! I love it MD! I hope you and your family have a blessed and beautiful weekend thank you so much for sharing! ♥️♥️🌱🐟🌿🙏

  • @tedscanon6221
    @tedscanon6221 4 роки тому +24

    So, my wife's name is Tammy, but she goes by Tea. She also collects tea sets. I do dare say, a tea set aquarium may be something to consider! Cheers and well done!

  • @dagsan296
    @dagsan296 3 роки тому +1

    Total California noob here, who just wanted some ideas about what to do for my beautiful and brilliant halfmoon betta, to keep him well and happy. When i discovered your channel, I was Immediately taken with your stunning tanks, enthusiasm for your subject, impressive skills, and delightful presentation. Now it's not just Beto in his inherited, 3.5-gallon tank, but a new 10-gallon tank that's currently growing a variety of plants that I pronounce exactly as you do :), two mystery snails, and two ghost shrimp (maybe). I started with 3 ghost shrimp. One died, one is well and active, and one is MIA (or I'm just seeing one at a time of two remaining). In any case, in less than a month, I've somehow moved from being a one-betta-bowl mom to a wannabe aquascaper with two tanks and a roving eye for rocks, sticks, and now thrift-store bowls - and it's All. Your. Fault. Thank you!

    • @emihayashi7725
      @emihayashi7725 Рік тому

      Part time Californian here with 10 gal. My ikebana is in a rectangular bonsai "vase"
      for easy transport bc all my pets travel with me.

  • @michelegardner3173
    @michelegardner3173 4 роки тому +24

    Hey MD, your local charity shops will have some gorgeous old china bowls, ideal for ikebana tanks. I use them in my low budget low tech tanks so I can spend more money on plants!! Nice old blue and white pieces too...

  • @short-lived9671
    @short-lived9671 3 роки тому +7

    This is the most beautiful thing I've seen today. I'm teary-eyed and at awe. This inspire me to redesign my betta cube tank.

  • @aquariumcomeback3841
    @aquariumcomeback3841 4 роки тому +3

    Some people have magic aquarium hands... lucky guy you are!😉 brave and ingenious 👍🏼

  • @thehornwortofhornwort9832
    @thehornwortofhornwort9832 4 роки тому +3

    With nano betta setups I feel like you get to do a lot of detailed scaping and experimenting, and it’s so satisfying to watch the intelligent little bettas explore their new home.

  • @milkweeddreams8828
    @milkweeddreams8828 4 роки тому +3

    That was amazing, as a gardener I love using Asian style placement of plants, your placement and selection is right on as well, it's calming and a spiritual experience to feel the calm and beauty, especially with the one brilliant red fish...nice job...!

  • @NinjaTofu0
    @NinjaTofu0 4 роки тому +3

    I actually gasped and said "wow!" out loud when I saw the thumbnail 😱😍😍😍

  • @christinacyrus3824
    @christinacyrus3824 4 роки тому +7

    Dude, this is so beautiful!. I have a 10 gallon that I couldnt figure out how to decorate. Its gonna be the future home for a betta. I know this style will be perfect. It certainly is very unique. Love it.

  • @brandonsaquariumsandterrar8985
    @brandonsaquariumsandterrar8985 4 роки тому +4

    Wow! That is the most natural unnatural aquarium ive ever seen
    It looks so cool! I love it!

  • @shareehshakkir9925
    @shareehshakkir9925 4 роки тому +37

    Was waiting for this since I saw this in your insta. This is really beautiful and different loved it ❤️

  • @kodavulpedrius6712
    @kodavulpedrius6712 4 роки тому +2

    Wow, it's absolutely beautiful! Sleek, colourful and just plain WOW-factor!

  • @ShadowLynx516
    @ShadowLynx516 4 роки тому +2

    So beautiful! Its like a world Hayao Miyazaki would draw.

  • @jennifermartin4415
    @jennifermartin4415 4 роки тому +2

    Dang it. I wish I saw this several weeks back before I set up my Betta tank. Love it. Beautiful.

  • @MHAquaticsUK
    @MHAquaticsUK 4 роки тому +30

    Wow this just awesome, very creative! I love building this sort of scape!

  • @Myk95
    @Myk95 2 роки тому +1

    *Awesome, just awesome. You should do another Ikebana tank. Im loving it.*

  • @yrineo52
    @yrineo52 4 роки тому +3

    It’s so cool to see keemstar doing other things besides drama content!!

  • @joebraddock1627
    @joebraddock1627 3 роки тому +1

    I think this is my fav tank out of the video's I've seen so far

  • @nothingspermanent
    @nothingspermanent Рік тому

    This is so different to any aqua scape I’ve seen. 10/10 ❤

  • @amyhill1747
    @amyhill1747 4 роки тому +1

    I really thought 💭 ah no when I saw the bowls but I was wrong! It looks absolutely beautiful! Somehow natural...🌿🌿🌿

  • @mr.breeze7907
    @mr.breeze7907 4 роки тому +1

    Was unaware of Ikebana design. Thanks! Very nice!

  • @littlemisshappy2002
    @littlemisshappy2002 3 роки тому +2

    I've been looking for inspiration for ages. I've just found it! This is glorious; different and captivating as there is so much to look at 💙

  • @sanjogpawar1874
    @sanjogpawar1874 4 роки тому +1

    Calling you creative is an understatement

  • @adamrahn228
    @adamrahn228 4 роки тому +1

    Just wanna say thanks for all the info on the media and other things as well as links. It is all very helpful and thanks for that.

  • @solarphoenix999
    @solarphoenix999 4 роки тому +3

    what a gorgeous tank! I actually really love that style, despite how many different plants and other aspects you have going on, it's a very peaceful and relaxing setup to look at. wonderful work!

  • @jadenfoxx9159
    @jadenfoxx9159 3 роки тому

    I saw a glimpse of this tank in one of your other videos and have been obsessively trying to find this since! I LOVE this look! So glad I finally found the correct video!

  • @EricLabelleUX
    @EricLabelleUX 4 роки тому +1

    That little HOB filter is pretty sweet! Even has a surface skimmer! Now../ to see if I can snag one up in Canada!!

  • @jamesrixon9837
    @jamesrixon9837 4 роки тому +6

    The hardscape just really brings it together, looks awesome. I wish we could get freshwater shrimp in New Zealand 🙁

  • @martinek8568
    @martinek8568 4 роки тому +1

    Honestly all scapes you post are amazing! Don't think I've seen one that I don't like!😊😊

  • @aegontargaryen2707
    @aegontargaryen2707 4 роки тому

    I love the way you used to aquascape in pots

  • @carlapappalardo1901
    @carlapappalardo1901 Рік тому

    I like how your fish is named Mike. I had one once called George. You did a great job with this setup with the bowls. Came out really well.

  • @reflianwar5691
    @reflianwar5691 4 роки тому +1

    I really like a concept like this, it really inspires me a beginner scaper in Indonesia

  • @masterchock328
    @masterchock328 4 роки тому +1

    Somehow you make bowls look amazing in the aquarium. Love this so much ♡

  • @susana.9483
    @susana.9483 3 роки тому

    I love this video....I have 3 Imagitarium 6.8 cubes that I modified by taking out all of the back filter sections and adding my own filter, heater, bubbler and light. I loved this video so much that I changed my 3rd cube to this design. I wish I could post pictures here but I can't, I got into the live planted tank at the beginning of the pandemic. I love your channel here in Middletown, NY

  • @stephaniesaberhagen
    @stephaniesaberhagen 2 роки тому

    I'm from Georgia and your, "pretty darn decent", was pretty spot on.

  • @blessys.samuel5638
    @blessys.samuel5638 4 роки тому +1

    Stunning! You just took aquascaping to a new level altogether.

  • @naturedo2
    @naturedo2 4 роки тому +1

    I didn't think I was going to like this one, but it's beautiful for sure.

  • @YsabetJustYsabet
    @YsabetJustYsabet 4 роки тому +3

    Just started watching your videos a few days ago and man, I've been bingeing on them! You have such an eye for shape; this one's particularly beautiful, and I'm about to make a planted 2-gallon tiny aquarium and I *think* I'm going to try a miniature Ikebana arrangement with a ricebowl. (BTW, it's pronounced EEE-keh-bah-nah, Japanese for 'arranging flowers.) Something small; should be fun (and I have way too many reptile tanks in my place to have any big aquariums!) BTW, your kids and wife are adorable, and kudos to your lady for putting up with and supporting your love of aquariums! That rocks.

  • @arkadeepnath6200
    @arkadeepnath6200 4 роки тому

    the prettiest betta tank I've seen so far

  • @vigneshwaranseenivasan3258
    @vigneshwaranseenivasan3258 4 роки тому

    I really find this style of setup to be economical. And kind of very easy to start with a nano tank. Thanks!!!. Really loved it...and will try this out...

  • @karenhann8956
    @karenhann8956 4 роки тому +1

    Liking the bowls! ❤️ If Mike is happy ~ my boys will be too! 😉 Thank you!

  • @Wynwerg
    @Wynwerg 3 роки тому

    You are so great in providing useful and simple yet money friendly idea

  • @MissChelle
    @MissChelle 2 роки тому

    You have inspired me to have an aquarium again after many many years. Thank you ❤️🇦🇺

  • @jenniferdeleon7425
    @jenniferdeleon7425 4 роки тому +2

    Love this build… it’s awesome that you always have something new and interesting to do.

  • @stephanieleonard1769
    @stephanieleonard1769 4 роки тому

    What a stunning betta and set up

  • @aaronr5287
    @aaronr5287 4 роки тому

    Sweet video I just got my first 10 gallon tank and ran across your channel today thanks for all the wonderful ideas and beautiful videos! Mike looks happy.

  • @jeannieb4554
    @jeannieb4554 4 роки тому

    It's sick how creative you are!! Very Beautiful!! Ty for the great Ideas!!😊

  • @juliesepulveda8872
    @juliesepulveda8872 4 роки тому

    Wow that betta is beautiful

  • @ElliotLemiManila
    @ElliotLemiManila 4 роки тому +1

    @MD your channel is my favorite scaping channel. funny commenting and beautiful artwork. cheers!

  • @OdiFroilan
    @OdiFroilan 4 роки тому

    Maybe your best video so far. I really enjoyed it and I love your ikebana projects.

  • @namelast8621
    @namelast8621 4 роки тому

    Good for Mike looks real good I'm sure he'll enjoy it greatly

  • @kristiangines1486
    @kristiangines1486 2 роки тому

    Loving your videos and your ideas. You've brought my hobbyist interest back and specially in the self sustaining acuariums.

  • @saadchowdhury781
    @saadchowdhury781 4 роки тому +30

    I wish I had even 1/3rd of the plants you have :')

  • @lisaw2504
    @lisaw2504 4 роки тому +3

    I love it ! Also, can you consider putting some heavier plants in the top 3 inches also for Mike (and others)....mine rests near the top in the floating plants, most of the time. Betta's must rest/sleep/feel safe near the surface in foliage.

  • @CynicalJerome
    @CynicalJerome 4 роки тому +1

    You always have nice quality plants, great aquascape love it, keep up the good work

  • @tarinabdullah
    @tarinabdullah 4 роки тому +1

    I loved it! I absolutely LOVED it! This is an amazing and inspirational tank! Thank you mike.

  • @thejimb76
    @thejimb76 4 роки тому

    Stunning! People are suggesting names for your new Ikebana style, but you named it last time: IKEA Banana!

  • @danepher
    @danepher 4 роки тому

    Wow! A very beautiful Betta and the Ikebana setup!! Wish we has Bettas such in stores..

  • @mikeoldfield9828
    @mikeoldfield9828 4 роки тому +1

    I've been watching your videos for a long time now, and this tank is absolutely stunning. Keep up the great work!

  • @amypalladino2584
    @amypalladino2584 Рік тому

    What a gorgeous tank MD! I've seen pictures of Ikebana tanks but never knew the name for them. I may have to try this one day

  • @sharonlewis6258
    @sharonlewis6258 3 роки тому

    That tank is so pretty and Mike is very handsome.

  • @casperboejensen3303
    @casperboejensen3303 4 роки тому

    I was pretty sceptical! Turned out brilliant!

  • @cameralance
    @cameralance 4 роки тому +1

    Beautiful! Thanks for sharing! Would love to see you revisit this tank in 6 months or a years time in the future. Keep it up!

  • @samueluwl2952
    @samueluwl2952 4 роки тому +1

    Amazing tank, love the wide variety of plants 👍🏻

  • @maryliseracine2880
    @maryliseracine2880 2 роки тому

    Hi, I was searching for deco ideas for my first Betta tank, I found it here, I love the Ikebana. Have been watching many of your videos and it's always a nice relaxing moment. You are so talented and funny :-) Thank you

  • @sweetbee4910
    @sweetbee4910 4 роки тому

    I like this kind of tank, simple but beautiful n colorful

  • @bm3aquatic
    @bm3aquatic 4 роки тому

    These builds are next level! You excel at these.

  • @mareecasey7413
    @mareecasey7413 4 роки тому +1

    I think I will need to try this style for my female fighter tank!!!

  • @collinskj1963
    @collinskj1963 4 роки тому +1

    Your aquariums amaze me, I love the hobby and wish that I had your talent.

  • @srujanendhratalla4187
    @srujanendhratalla4187 4 роки тому +1

    Simply, loved it MD.

  • @darrenderousse4804
    @darrenderousse4804 4 роки тому +1

    That looks beautiful and would’ve never thought of using bowls like that! Now to just get my stem plants to look like yours where the bottom leaves don’t keep falling off in my non co2 tank! My upper leaves look amazing though haha! Thanks for the great videos always!

  • @l.chr.6653
    @l.chr.6653 4 роки тому +4

    Awesome MD! Looks amazing! :-)
    I love that you are constantly trying new things and you are developing creatively. I love you are not afraid to throw yourself into something new. And I love that you also show when things are not always going as planned.
    You are a huge inspiration to me! :-)
    Cheers mate!

  • @ellalamont6943
    @ellalamont6943 2 роки тому

    Your aquarium looks beautiful! You do an awesome job taking care of it. Great videos you have on here!

  • @11miura
    @11miura 4 роки тому +1

    That's one sweet lil filter with the skimmer. I'm gonna have to get one. Thanks! Lovely scape btw. And your Texan accent is coming along nicely 👍🏼 -Cheers from Texas!🤠

  • @gillgang7247
    @gillgang7247 4 роки тому

    Awesome Video! I love the bowl idea your tanks are always so green. Great content keep it up!

  • @7ignatios
    @7ignatios 4 роки тому +1

    This is so cool. I will definitely scape a tank like this.

  • @bhaskara.n.k694
    @bhaskara.n.k694 4 роки тому +1

    Now that is an ikebana aquarium

  • @alaskangirl7675
    @alaskangirl7675 2 роки тому +1

    Gorgeous!

  • @camsfishadventures
    @camsfishadventures 4 роки тому +4

    He definitely loves it

  • @jumbo_hakdog
    @jumbo_hakdog 3 роки тому

    i love the height that the bowls give

  • @quanmatthew007
    @quanmatthew007 4 роки тому +1

    A work of art as usual!

  • @TheChronicoles
    @TheChronicoles 4 роки тому +1

    Makes me happy to look at. :) I have a tank I want to change up and I might have to try a beginner version of this. :)

  • @redlfc5058
    @redlfc5058 4 роки тому

    Best nano you have done so far

  • @mistyberry2871
    @mistyberry2871 4 роки тому +3

    Love your content and it wouldn't even hurt my feelings if they were a just a bit longer!

  • @Baynstyy
    @Baynstyy 4 роки тому

    Liked straight away! keep those great videos coming don't know what id do if you weren't apart of youtube love how family orientated yet so informational and friendly you are feels like ive known you for years, my Girlfriend and I love your videos and she always seems to be thinking of the same ideas of you its crazy just before you posted your first ikebana she did one too! look forward to the next upload love from Sydney, Australia

  • @crimegeek
    @crimegeek 4 роки тому

    Beautiful china bowls ! Great touch to this tank

  • @alexline4131
    @alexline4131 4 роки тому +1

    I'm catching up on videos, I LOVE THIS!
    I WANT ONE!
    I'M GONNA DO THIS!
    MORR PLANTS

  • @teksupddg
    @teksupddg 4 роки тому

    you absolutely made it look really cool. Well done.

  • @andriaprianto8932
    @andriaprianto8932 4 роки тому +1

    Amazing, very creative and brilliant!

  • @aquaoeh7627
    @aquaoeh7627 3 роки тому

    WoW unglaublich sehr gut Idee und sowieso mache ich für meine Tochter........ Danke toll Idee !! Du ist beste Idee ;-) !!!!

  • @thenanoscaper2689
    @thenanoscaper2689 4 роки тому +3

    love this one think it's your best nano
    and am I the only one who thought that it looked like you were putting rice in the bowls at first, made me want a curry😂

    • @MDFishTanks
      @MDFishTanks  4 роки тому +3

      haha. Rice bowl scape......next video 🤣

  • @carriehaberkorn4781
    @carriehaberkorn4781 4 роки тому

    Absolutely stunning!💚

  • @natenash5693
    @natenash5693 4 роки тому

    Hey MD! New follower here...you've influenced me in so many ways! I'm US military stationed in the UK, I'd like to make a trip to say thanks and chat! Aquarium gardens isn't far from me in Cambridge...with covid I understand if you'd rather not mate, just showing my appreciation 🤘🤘

  • @olivera6743
    @olivera6743 4 роки тому +2

    Such a creative idea! Your very talented :)

  • @thefishkeeperist8216
    @thefishkeeperist8216 3 роки тому +1

    Great stuff! Hadn’t seen the bowl scape before!

  • @LittleKingdom3
    @LittleKingdom3 4 роки тому +1

    I watch you videos every morning☺️

    • @lukeho283
      @lukeho283 4 роки тому +1

      Little Kingdom : he doesn’t have that many

    • @shareehshakkir9925
      @shareehshakkir9925 4 роки тому +2

      @@lukeho283 you can watch the ones you already did. I also watched many of his video more than twice😁

    • @LittleKingdom3
      @LittleKingdom3 4 роки тому +1

      @Luke Ho when he posts I watch them

    • @lukeho283
      @lukeho283 4 роки тому

      Little kingdom I subscribed!

    • @LittleKingdom3
      @LittleKingdom3 4 роки тому

      @Luke Ho aw, thank you!