Co2

[the_fish_man]

I am new to plants, and i was wondering if you need to buy a CO2 system for just a couple plants? I have 2 ludwigia's and a sword. Also does this have CO2 in it?
Supplements for Healthy Planted Aquariums: Seachem Flourish
I think they have plenty of nutrients because I am putting this in with them and some root tabs. I also have a plant light.
Thanks

 

[Crepe]

What's the tank volume, light wattage, light color and type. Seachem flourish is a micro nutrient mix really. It has chelated minerals, no co2. It has very trace amounts of macro but not enough to matter. You probably won't need co2 depending on your light.

 

[corrado33]

If you're really worried about it, you can always get Seachem Fluorish Excel

It provides a source of carbon, so you don't need CO2

 

[Crepe]

I don't really like excel. Sure it has its merits but it can cause more sensitive plants to melt.

 

[corrado33]

I don't really like excel. Sure it has its merits but it can cause more sensitive plants to melt.

Interesting, I've never heard that. I'm honestly never used it, so thanks for the advice.

 

[mgamer20o0]

more then likely no you dont need it. though again like crepe pointed out with out more info its hard to say for sure.

 

[littlefish]

Or if you don't want to spend money you could try a DIY co2 system, it works very good if you say you just have a couple of plants. Here is some info how to make it :
Manage your freshwater aquarium, tropical fishes and plants: Do It Yourself Carbon Dioxide Injection

 

[mgamer20o0]

diy works for smaller tanks like 20-30 gallons max.