Raise the Reef: Inside the World of High-End LPS Retail

Raise the Reef: Inside the World of a High-End LPS RetailerChris, Gareth, and James are joined by Ash from Raise the Reef, a UK coral retailer specialising in vibrant, high-end LPS, with a particular passion for torches and unusual pieces.We dig into Ash’s journey from garage-based fragging to opening a physical store, and what it’s like running a coral business alongside a full-time job. Ash shares how he selects corals in person, grows out and colours up high-end LPS, and why feeding, nutrients, and flow matter far more than most people realise.Along the way, we talk about the realities of coral retail — from sourcing and growing corals, to supporting customers, building community, and balancing livestock care with the commercial side of the hobby. There’s also plenty of discussion around feeding, nutrients, flow, and what it actually takes to keep LPS thriving long-term.🔗 Check out Raise the Reef at ⁠raisethereef.co.uk⁠ and on Facebook. 👉 Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@reefing_radio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📘 Find us on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reefing Radio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠💬 Got feedback or questions? Drop us a message!🎧 Subscribe to hear more reefing chat every week