I thought it's best to keep surface agitation in a planted tank to a minimum
as to keep whatever Co2 is available to the planted, especially if you don't
have injection.

"LeighMo" wrote in message
...
1.) I'd like to know if it's best to take the carbon filter media out of
my
planted tank and why?

Carbon isn't necessary in a planted tank. And some people fear it will
remove
nutrients that the plants need. However, there's probably not enough
carbon in
your filter insert to make a difference. If you have an Aquaclear or a
cannister filter, leave the carbon out of it. If you have something like
a
Whisper, where the carbon is built into the pad, don't worry about it.

2.) I don't use C02 in my tank and I'd like to know if a small bubble
stone
would prevent plant growth in any way..

Not at all. Aeration/surface agitation is good for a non-CO2 injected
tank.


Leigh

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