switching to planted

[hippy guy]

So I have a ten gal betta comm. Tank, with black sand bottom. I want to have marimo moss balls, and possibly anarchris, or some sort of tall, grall like plants. Any ideas on lighting, and plant ideals? I don't want to break the bank on this, so I could deal with plants that require less light if that would be cheaper.

 

[Fishkeeper88]

What kind of light hood do you currently have?

 

[hippy guy]

30 watt regent hood aquarium light. Came with my aquaclear tank set at wally world.

 

[allaboutfish]

anubius, java fern, java moss, any moss, anachris, wisteria will live.

 

[Fishkeeper88]

Does it look like this?

 

[Fishkeeper88]

If its their Normal kit and hood they also sell this bulb which grows plants very well.

 

[hippy guy]

Eh, kind of.. what about led lights? I dont nessicarily need the hood, or could get a newer one...

 

[Fishkeeper88]

A lot of these new led lights don't support plant growth. If you are willing to spend some money on led lights research other forms of plant supporting light systems. I use the zoo med t5 dual high output on my 36 gallon aquarium. They come in different sizes and look great.

 

[hippy guy]

Hmm..i just dont know lol

 

[Fishkeeper88]

Yep lots of options just take your time and find something functional that you like.