Eco-complete and the cycle

[supermazz9]

I'm starting a new tank, and I plan to go eco-complete or similar alternative. My question; do I add eco, then water, and start my cycle, or should I cycle with a glass bottom, then add eco once the cycle is complete?

 

[gheitman]

I would add Eco-Complete first and then your water and plants. Eco-Complete says on the package that it is packed with beneficial bacteria and having plants in the tank should help getting the cycle going.

 

[Lonewolfblue]

Put Eco in first, then plant it. You probably won't even see a cycle, as the plants will take care of it for you. Just have lots of fast-growing stem plants.

 

[flyjawn]

Put Eco in first, then plant it. You probably won't even see a cycle, as the plants will take care of it for you. Just have lots of fast-growing stem plants.

this is what i just did starting my 20 gallon and i'm on day 9. the tank is almost fully cycled and the spikes have been tiny... i have about 20-25 plants in my tank.