DIY Macro Starter Kit

Discover the easiest, most exciting way to start a thriving macroalgae tank.
The Macro Lady has teamed up with PNW Custom, the Godfather of high-quality, tiny tanks to create the ultimate DIY Macro Starter Kit. Whether you’re just dipping your toes into saltwater aquariums or you’re a seasoned reef keeper wanting a low-maintenance display, this kit gives you everything you need to build your own macroalgae oasis from day one.

What’s Included:

Everything to get started in one box, just add saltwater:

4-Gallon Macro Mini Pond Tank Kit ($159 Value)

• Adjustable Return Pump (up to 50 GPH)
• Full-Spectrum LED for Macro Coloration & Growth
• Directional Flow Nozzle
• Mechanical Filter Sponge

Macro Starter Pack

• Premium Live Macroalgae - 10 Pieces ($150 Value): Hand-selected by The Macro Lady herself. Vibrant, pest-free, beginner-friendly varieties chosen for easy growth and stunning color.
• 3–3.5 lbs Live Tampa Bay Saltwater Rock: ($50 Value) Bursting with beneficial bacteria, microfauna, and texture perfect for planting your macros.
• Live Sand ($15 Value): Clean, ocean-harvested sand packed with biodiversity to help your tank cycle quickly and naturally.

This is the easiest, most complete way to start a macroalgae tank. It's perfect for beginners, collectors, and anyone looking for a low-maintenance, high-impact desktop saltwater setup. Grow something truly unique. Start your macro journey today! 

Optional Add-Ons

• Compact controllable 10 Watt heater USB connection.  A reliable, controllable, micro-heater that fits perfectly in the overflow chamber of the PNW Macro Mini Tank.
  
  
• Scrub Mini - Best little scrubber on the market to keep your new Macro Mini Tanks glass.

Livestock Add-Ons (Limited Availability)

Take your Macro Mini Pond to the next level with hand-selected livestock that pairs beautifully with macroalgae systems. Each add-on is curated for compatibility, personality, and visual impact in small, peaceful aquariums.  

• Bumble Bee Shrimp – Tiny, bold, black-and-yellow shrimp that thrive in nano and micro reef environments.

• WYSIWYG Sponges – One-of-a-kind sponges chosen for color, shape, durability and micro-reef compatibility.

• Yellow Spotted Scorpionfish – A striking, slow-moving ambush predator with a big personality but tiny size.

• Gumdrop Coral Crouchers – A whimsical, adorably shaped predator 

• Blue Stripe Neon Goby – A vibrant, active nano fish that adds movement and electric color.

• Red Cap Goby – A pico goby that brings bold color and personality to small tanks.

• Banded Shrimp Goby + Pistol Shrimp Pair – A classic symbiotic duo that builds burrows and brings fascinating behavior to your macroalgae display.

Important Notes:
Livestock add-ons are sold separately from the Macro Starter Kit but will be shipped together. *As an added bonus live animals will ship overnight for $29 when purchased at the same time as the kit.  $20 will be returned after order has been placed.  Availability is limited and may change frequently. The Macro Mini Kit without live animals ships 2-Day at no cost.  

Disclaimer: Macroalgae species and colors will vary from what is shown in videos and photos above. Each kit includes 10 high-quality, hand-selected pieces curated for health, beauty, and compatibility with the 4G Macro Mini Pond. No Caulerpa species will be shipped to CA due to state regulations.