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Substrate Confussion. oh and lighting
What do i but on the bottom of my tank? my head is swimming what with
flourite, dupoint, gravel, sand etc etc. A was thinking aquatic compost with fine gravel ontop. Is this a good idea. All suggestions are welcome. The tank is 48x12x18 (170L). Oh and lighting is the other issue I was thinking two flouresent strips. Triton 38w 42" will this work too little? too much? Paul --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.445 / Virus Database: 250 - Release Date: 21/01/2003 |
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Substrate Confussion. oh and lighting
You should try to reach close to 3w/gallons. Two strips of this size
would be closer to 2w/g. Note that you still can grow plants at 2w/g but don't expect rapid growth. Some plant species will grow well, others won't. |
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Substrate Confussion. oh and lighting
Paul Disdle wrote:
What do i but on the bottom of my tank? my head is swimming what with flourite, dupoint, gravel, sand etc etc. A was thinking aquatic compost with fine gravel ontop. Is this a good idea. If you can figure a way to move or replant a plant without releasing compost into your water, it might work. What's wrong with simple substrates, like Flourite (my favorite) or 2mm gravel (cheaper)? |
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