{"product_id":"life-rock-reef-tree-kit","title":"Life Rock Reef Tree Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA branching reef centrepiece that locks together on a rod, no cement required.\u003c\/strong\u003e CaribSea Life Rock Reef Tree Kit is a pre-shaped aquascaping system built from several pieces of dry aragonite Life Rock, predrilled and threaded onto a stabilising rod so the whole structure locks together in minutes. It typically builds out to around 50 x 40 x 30 cm, though the exact footprint depends on how you arrange the pieces. Like all Life Rock, it is dry-shipped with no curing period and no die-off smell to work through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRod-assembled, no cement needed\u003c\/strong\u003e - the pieces are predrilled and thread onto a central stabilising rod, so you get a self-supporting branching structure without mortar or glue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen, vertical architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e - built for height and negative space rather than a solid pile, which improves flow around the structure and gives corals more distinct placement zones by light and current.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAragonite base rock\u003c\/strong\u003e - genuine reef mineral content, not moulded cement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-coated coralline look\u003c\/strong\u003e - an artificial texture that mimics natural coralline algae from day one, while real coralline fills in as the tank matures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo curing required\u003c\/strong\u003e - nothing organic died to make this rock, so there is no ammonia spike to wait out before aquascaping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZero wild-collection risk\u003c\/strong\u003e - manufactured, not reef-harvested, so it will not arrive carrying aiptasia, bristleworms or other live-rock hitchhikers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included, and what you'll still need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e several branching Life Rock pieces, predrilled to accept the rod; one stabilising rod to join them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou'll still need:\u003c\/strong\u003e sand or substrate for the base layer, which is not included; a permanent aquascaping mortar or rock-bonding putty if you want the assembled structure fixed in place rather than resting free (recommended in a tank with large, boisterous fish); and your own tank, stand and livestock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembled footprint\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 50 x 40 x 30 cm, varies with arrangement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePieces\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeveral predrilled branching pieces plus one stabilising rod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAragonite base rock with an artificial coralline-mimicking coating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePieces thread onto the rod; no cement or glue required to build\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCuring required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarine and reef aquariums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEffect on water\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAragonite base - raises and buffers pH and carbonate hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplier code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCS0361DTS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich Life Rock format do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/life-rock-original-40lb-18kg\"\u003eLife Rock Original\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoose, assorted base pieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 lb (18 kg) box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilding the main footprint of a reef aquascape from scratch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/life-rock-shapes-20lb-9kg\"\u003eLife Rock Shapes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoose arches, rings and tunnels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 lb (9 kg) box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdding open swim-throughs to a scape you are building yourself\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/life-rock-reef-tree-kit\"\u003eLife Rock Reef Tree Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-shaped branching kit on a stabilising rod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 pieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA ready-made vertical centrepiece, no loose-rock aquascaping needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/life-rock-reef-tree-arches-kit\"\u003eLife Rock Reef Tree Arches Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-shaped kit built around open arches, on a rod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 pieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe Reef Tree look, weighted toward tunnels and overhangs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/life-rock-reef-tree-extension-kit\"\u003eLife Rock Reef Tree Extension Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdd-on pieces plus a short rod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 pieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdding height or width to a Reef Tree Kit or Arches Kit you already own\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e reef keepers who want a ready-made vertical centrepiece without building one from loose rock; tanks where maximising open swim space and flow around the aquascape matters as much as the rock footprint; anyone who wants an established coralline look from day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e freshwater tanks - this is a marine reef product. If you want more height or width later, pair it with a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/life-rock-reef-tree-extension-kit\"\u003eLife Rock Reef Tree Extension Kit\u003c\/a\u003e rather than trying to extend it with loose Life Rock Original, which is not predrilled to fit the rod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSetting it up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse the pieces under tap water to clear shipping dust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread the pieces onto the stabilising rod outside the tank and test the arrangement before committing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStand the finished structure directly on the glass base, not on top of loose sand, so it cannot topple if disturbed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the tank holds large or boisterous fish, add aquascaping mortar at the base for a permanent bond before stocking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/life-rock-reef-tree-extension-kit\"\u003eCaribSea Life Rock Reef Tree Extension Kit\u003c\/a\u003e - adds height or width to this kit using the same rod system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/life-rock-shapes-20lb-9kg\"\u003eCaribSea Life Rock Shapes\u003c\/a\u003e - loose arches and tunnels to blend the base of the Reef Tree into the surrounding aquascape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/seaflor-special-grade-reef-sand-40lb-18kg\"\u003eCaribSea Seaflor Special Grade Reef Sand\u003c\/a\u003e - an aragonite sand bed styled to sit underneath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaribSea does not publish a warranty term on its rock products. Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law apply regardless, and are not limited by anything the manufacturer does or does not offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRock pieces are handmade and can be fragile in transit - inspect the box on arrival and photograph any breakage before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need cement to assemble the Reef Tree Kit?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The pieces are predrilled and lock together on the included stabilising rod. Cement or aquascaping mortar is optional, and worth adding only if you want the structure permanently fixed against a boisterous fish or strong flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes it need to be cured before livestock goes in?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Life Rock is manufactured, not reef-harvested, so there is no organic die-off to cure out. A rinse to clear shipping dust is the only preparation needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I make it taller after I've set it up?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, with a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/life-rock-reef-tree-extension-kit\"\u003eLife Rock Reef Tree Extension Kit\u003c\/a\u003e, which is built to the same rod system. Loose Life Rock Original pieces are not predrilled and won't thread onto the rod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill it work in a freshwater tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is coated and marketed as a marine reef product, and its aragonite base raises pH and hardness in a way that does not suit most freshwater setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow exact is the assembled size?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 50 x 40 x 30 cm figure is a typical build. Because the pieces are natural and irregular and the arrangement is up to you, your finished footprint will vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"CaribSea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55293347070243,"sku":"CS0361DTS","price":580.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/life-rock-reef-tree-kit-43203673915683.webp?v=1790235418","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/life-rock-reef-tree-kit","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}