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Post by jbrimz on Nov 14, 2016 23:29:15 GMT -5
getting back into the hobby and decided to go with a 65 gallon planted tank. I forget alot of the knowledge i picked up from when i used to have tanks. so i have a few questions.
substrate i remember using eco complete not sure if theres anything better that came out. Lighting i know theres different levels needed for certain plants but i forget the wattage needed for each. also the dosing i forget which chemicals are used and how often they're used and the root tabs
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Post by lesfromlakeshore on Nov 15, 2016 15:42:34 GMT -5
First of all I would like to welcome you back into this great hobby . I myself use eco-complete in my planted tanks with good results . Not being really into the technical aspects of planted tanks I will leave your other questions to more experienced members .
Good luck with the tank .
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Post by jbrimz on Nov 15, 2016 18:56:56 GMT -5
what stores carry that around here?
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Post by gabor129 on Nov 15, 2016 20:59:26 GMT -5
Aqua Animania and Sam's pampered pets both carry it!
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Post by jeffyguy on Nov 17, 2016 9:12:48 GMT -5
I think you need to figure out which planted tank path you want to take first. High tech, medium or low tech. High tech being for the more advanced aquarist. The plants will require far more care in the aspects of substrate, lighting, chemicals and so on. I find medium level plant require good lighting and some added chemicals. Low tech being my personal favorite requires alot less care and maintenance. As long as you meet the lighting requirements (6500-6700k) and a good substrate you'll be fine. Well good luck and whatever you choose I hope it works out. Keep us informed, I'm sure I seek for everyone when I say we would love to see the progress
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Post by lesfromlakeshore on Nov 17, 2016 21:48:45 GMT -5
I think you need to figure out which planted tank path you want to take first. High tech, medium or low tech. High tech being for the more advanced aquarist. The plants will require far more care in the aspects of substrate, lighting, chemicals and so on. I find medium level plant require good lighting and some added chemicals. Low tech being my personal favorite requires alot less care and maintenance. As long as you meet the lighting requirements (6500-6700k) and a good substrate you'll be fine. Well good luck and whatever you choose I hope it works out. Keep us informed, I'm sure I seek for everyone when I say we would love to see the progress Good solid advice here . |
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Post by jbrimz on Nov 18, 2016 9:53:25 GMT -5
Thanks for the advice everyone. I'm going with a medium level planted tank. Just picked up a nice light and some substrate. Now just to get a filter and I can get started
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Post by lesfromlakeshore on Nov 18, 2016 11:40:54 GMT -5
Thanks for the advice everyone. I'm going with a medium level planted tank. Just picked up a nice light and some substrate. Now just to get a filter and I can get started What kind of substrate did you end up going with ? |
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Post by jbrimz on Nov 18, 2016 21:09:59 GMT -5
went with flourite
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Post by jeffyguy on Nov 18, 2016 23:01:18 GMT -5
Red or black. Both are great just red provides much more iron which is needed for plants. Also I find black requires alot of rinsing and just when you thought you rinsed enough, it's not. Lol. But you can't complain about the look. Black look amazing.
What sort of filter do you plan to go with?
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