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"Starfish" wrote:

Hi
I was wondering if anyone can tell me what good tall background plant would
be that doesnt really require co2 or gravel (or can be planted in
rectangular planters)
Its for a GF tank, so it can't be too flimsy and has to grow relitively
fast!
hope someone can lead me into the right direction

TIA

If you get your WPG up to around 2...I've had great results with
moneywort (bacopa moneri sp?) in my planted GF tank. Leaves are thick
and tough and it roots very well. Same is true for all bacopas. They are
also much more attractive than some of the more "weedy" looking stem
plants IMO. Compared to most stem plants they are not fast growers but
they bush nicely when pruned and the cuttings take very well. They are
also extremely hardy and will tolerate adverse conditions. In less than
ideal enviroments they won't grow much but they usually won't die
either. When their needs are met they can actually grow fairly quickly
and will have a beautiful bright lime green color.