We are a group of planted tank hobbyists located primarily in the Phoenix, metropolitan area of Arizona. We are open to plant enthusiasts from all over the world. We hold monthly meetings every third Sunday. Our meetings are hosted by a different member in their home each month. We enjoy the company of fellow members, sharing ideas, exchanging plants, and fish. Occasionally we will do a group aquascaping of the host's tank.

One of our founding members is Rhonda Wilson, a dedicated natural tank enthusiast. Rhonda owns and operates www.naturalaquarium.com and writes the monthly column, The Planted Tank for Tropical Fish Hobbyist magazine. She has donated this website to AAPE. Rhonda has vast experience with plants and rare livebearers helping to make our club that much richer. If you live in the Phoenix area or are just passing through, please feel free to join us at one of our monthly meetings. You are always welcome no matter what your level of expertise. For more information please join us on our forum.