CO2 for a low-medium light planted tank

[somecallmedaniel16]

Hello all!

For future reference, would it be advisable to use a DIY CO2 bottle for a moderately-planted tank? Lighting is around 30 watts over a 20gal high tank (roughly 1.5wpg). Thanks!

-Daniel

[mgamer20o0]

it wont hurt. i say go for it.

[somecallmedaniel16]

alright. I will also be using some liquid ferts. Looks like I'll be well-equipped.

[somecallmedaniel16]

does anyone else speak for or against it?

[JustOneMore20]

Can't hurt. Might turn out to be more trouble than its worth....but give it a try. You might see some real improvements in plant health.

[somecallmedaniel16]

What do you mean more trouble? Balance of water parameters like pH, etc?

[mgamer20o0]

co2 will help any tank low light - high light but hte more light the more gain you will get. just talking about diminishing returns. will the work of having to mix them up every other week be worth the boost you are getting? only one to answer that is you.

[FishEggs]

i think it will help and would be a good idea. not to mention that it may help keep any algae issues at bay, if you have any

[somecallmedaniel16]

oh I see. Well making a mix doesn't take but a few minutes for every week or so.. I'll give it a try then.

[Jedi]

I'm running a low light, 12g, and I use a system that is more or less DIY (I bought the Red Sea CO2 bio system .. it's just looks nicer but works the same way.)

I'm not sure what the actual benefit is but my plants are showing healthy growth -- most noticeable in the Amazon Sword (I swear some leaves grow like half an inch over night! lol)