My first aquascape. How'd I do?

[eggnogkali]

Marineland 5 gallon portrait betta scape with milani wood, river rocks, java fern, and anubias
How'd I do?
(It's a bit dirty since I just vacuumed it)

 

[BigManAquatics]

Simple, but nice. Will definitely look pretty spiffy when stuff really starts growing!

 

[DanaNM]

Very nice! You might think about adding some floating plants and/or long stems in the back like hornwort. Your betta will like the hanging roots from the floating plants and hiding between the stems.

 

[JustAFishServant]

I'd like to add that at some point, you might want to upgrade the tank. Bettas, a genus consisting of 80+ species, hail from warm, shallow waters of thailand and surrounding countries, meaning they naturally prefer long, shallow tanks. A 10 or gal is my choice, especially for a plakat who has an easier time swimming with the lack of a "flag" pulling them down. This means plakats, despite looking small, really need more swimming room! I prefer the portrait tank for small critters who don't mind a taller tank; ramshorns, endlers, and neo shrimp to name a few.

Another potential issue is the lack of shade for the anubias and fern. You'll almost definitely find algae to be an issue in this tank. Stem, floater or riparium plants may fix or prevent this issue entirely for you!

But for now, it's good!

 

[FishDin]

I like it. simple is good IMO. I suggest you add tall plants and or floating plants for your beta. Too much bright light and open water. That's probably why your fish is hanginmg out on the bottom.