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T'Challa Sand - Premium Black Aquarium Substrate with Sparkle

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About this product

Premium Black Sparkle Aquarium Sand for Dramatic Aquascapes

Command attention with T'Challa Sand. This striking premium black substrate features subtle sparkle that catches the light, creating a dramatic, sophisticated foundation that makes vibrant plants and colourful fish absolutely pop. Perfect for aquascapers seeking bold, high-contrast layouts with a touch of elegance.

Key Benefits

  • Deep Black with Sparkle - Dramatic dark substrate with subtle shimmer creates stunning visual depth and contrast
  • Maximum Plant & Fish Contrast - Makes greens more vibrant and fish colours more intense
  • Fine Natural Grain - Smooth texture safe for bottom-dwelling fish and excellent for plant root development
  • Sophisticated Aesthetic - Creates bold, modern aquascapes with premium appeal
  • Natural & Inert - pH neutral, won't alter water chemistry

Technical Specifications

  • Available in: 5kg or 10kg bags
  • Grain Size: Fine (0.5-1.5mm)
  • Colour: Deep black with subtle sparkle
  • Coverage: 5kg covers ~25-30L aquarium | 10kg covers ~50-60L aquarium (at 5cm depth)
  • Origin: Premium natural substrate

Best For

  • High-contrast planted aquascapes
  • Modern and contemporary aquarium designs
  • Showcasing vibrant plants and colourful fish
  • Aquascapes seeking dramatic visual impact

Quick Setup Tips

  1. Rinse thoroughly until water runs clear (2-3 rinses recommended)
  2. Add to empty aquarium before filling
  3. Pair with bright green plants for maximum contrast
  4. Pour water gently onto plate or hand to prevent clouding
  5. Allow 24 hours to settle before adding livestock

Backed by School Of Scape's aquascaping expertise and premium quality guarantee.

Usage instructions

  • Rinse gently before adding to the aquarium to remove dust particles
  • Spread evenly as a base substrate or as a decorative top layer
  • Use in combination with nutrient-rich substrates for planted tanks
  • Layer with driftwood, rocks, or soils for natural aquascaping layouts
  • Suitable for aquariums, terrariums, and paludariums

Recommendations and precautions

  • Safe for fish, shrimp, and aquatic plants due to its inert properties
  • Works well for both beginner and advanced aquascapers
  • Not a nutrient soil supplement with root tabs or liquid fertilisers for heavy planting
  • Store in a dry location when not in use
  • For the best water clarity, rinse before application

Why choose Evergreen Sand

Evergreen Sand stands out for its natural elegance and versatility. Its sparkling black tones create a dramatic underwater stage that elevates aquascaping layouts, while its plant-friendly properties ensure healthy root anchoring and aquarium stability.

Durable, safe, and visually stunning, Evergreen Sand is a cost-effective way to achieve a professional aquascape finish without compromise.

Order Evergreen Sand 8kg today and transform your aquarium or terrarium with the natural beauty, elegance, and reliability of premium black sand.

Delivery and returns

Free delivery over $100 in WA and $150 elsewhere in Australia. Free pickup from our Kenwick store, Tue to Sat, 12pm to 6pm.

Returns policy

  • 5 stars: 13 (54%)
  • 4 stars: 8 (33%)
  • 3 stars: 2 (8%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 1 (4%)
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Rachael Bell

The sparkle isn't sparkly at all, it's more greeny grey flecks through that then looks grey. Description should change. Kennin sand much better.

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Luke Taylor
Great value

Generous bag and lovely quality. Rinsed clean and looks superb in the tank.

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George Riley
Good sand

Natural colour and fine grain. Did the job perfectly.

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Mikayla Bell
Great for corydoras

Soft and fine, perfect for my bottom dwellers. They love it. Recommend.

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Kayla Hughes
Top quality

Fine, even grain and a great natural finish. My go to substrate now.

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Renee Burton
Happy customer

Clean, natural and well priced. Exactly what I needed for my rescape.

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Travis Martin
Looks fantastic

Transformed the look of my tank. Easy to work with and settled nicely.

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Damien Marsh
Nice product

Good quality sand that looks natural and rinsed easily.

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Bianca Hudson
Recommend this

Quality substrate at a good price. Natural look and easy to use.

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Hudson Campbell
Superb

Looks even better in the tank than expected. Very natural.

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Darcy Black
Quality sand

Lovely fine grain and a nice natural colour. Settled quickly.

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Brodie Byrne
Lovely finish

Gives my aquascape a really natural look. Very happy with the purchase.

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Mitchell Wilson
Quality and value

Generous amount and lovely natural finish. Will buy again.

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Mia Byrne
Excellent substrate

Lovely fine grain that my corydoras love sifting through. Plants root well too.

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Greg Reid
Perfect grain

Ideal fine sand for my bottom dwellers. Looks great and functions well.

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Tara Banks
Pleased

Easy to rinse and a great natural look. Happy with it.

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Oliver Newman
Excellent finish

Suits my biotope perfectly. Clean, natural and good quality.

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Ethan Wright
Easy to clean

Rinsed and settled quickly without clouding the water for long. Great product.

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Samuel Patel
Looks great

Clean, fine and looks fantastic in my tank. Rinsed up quickly with little cloudiness. Really happy with the finish.

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Jess Doyle
Recommend

Quality sand, looks great, fair price.

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Mason Pearce
Great base

Plants are rooting beautifully and it looks fantastic. No complaints.

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Demi Page
Nice natural look

Blends beautifully with my driftwood and plants. A few rinses and it ran clear.

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Lily Fraser
Happy with it

Clean, natural and easy to rinse.

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Beau Fraser
Clean and natural

Settled fast and a beautiful tone. My fish colours pop against it.