Hi,

i'm new (well, not spanking new, but just started a new tank). I borrowed
some tropical fish magazine from a friend, and was surprised to find many
mail-order plants and fish stores.

Are they any good? I intend to buy fish from LFS (we have several good ones
nearby). But was wondering what the experiences are with mail order plants
(java fern, amazon sword, etc). are they safe? any stores to avoid?

any insight would be appreciated.

Linda