Jul 17
How Coral Fragging Works: Basics of Growing a Colony
Coral fragging is one of the most common ways reef hobbyists expand their tanks without buying entirely new colonies. The idea is simple: take a healthy piece (a “frag”) from an existing coral, then attach it to a secure growing surface where it can recover, grow, and eventually become its own colony. While the concept is straightforward, success depends on careful hygiene, stable water conditions, and minimizing stress during handling. Successful fragging usually isn’t about ... Read more »