What is hardscape
In aquascaping, the term “hardscape” refers to all natural decorative materials, such as rocks and driftwood, that are used to create a structure or layout in an aquarium. These materials are referred to as hardscape because they are the solid, non-living elements in the aquascape. As opposed to aquatic plants, which are referred to as “softscape” because they are the living and flexible elements of the aquarium.