MSU's 75g Photo Log - Updated 9/18/06 - Page 2 - Aquarium Advice

Zezmo · 09-14-2006, 02:44 AM

I look forward to seeing how it looks after you are done. I like to use the aluminum pans that Jchillin mentioned. Java ferns seem to be pretty sensitive about getting dried out.

There is plenty of bacteria on your filter, in your gravel, on your fish etc... don't worry about the hardscape drying. Once I have the major scape of a tank done. After that I usually rework sections of a tank at a time, 1/3, 1/5 or 1/2 depending on the tank.

Also, once I have the major elements where I like them. Then, each week as I enjoy watching my tank I consider small changes. Each weekend I make those small changes. It is enjoyable to watch a planted tank evolve, both the plant growth and the general matuiring of the scape itself.

MSU Fan · 09-18-2006, 11:28 AM

New pics after aquascaping - critiques wanted!

MSU Fan · 09-26-2006, 04:31 PM

I need some help - I have just recently finished aquascaping this tank, and now I feel I need to get some kind of low foreground (carpet?) plant to assist with the open area in the middle.

Currently, the tank has 2x65w 10k's, PFS, and injected CO2.

I welcome any critique concerning my current "look", and a recommendation(s) on a carpet that should grow in PFS. If possible, a "grass" look would be desired, if that helps.

TIA

**Purrbox** · 09-26-2006, 11:11 PM

I'd say that with your current setup that Dwarf Sag would be your best bet for the grassy look. Another option that would make a nice foreground but isn't grassy is Dwarf Clover (Marsilea Minuta).

09-26-2006, 04:31 PM	#13
MSU Fan Aquarium Advice FINatic Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Appleton, WI Posts: 547 Images: 2	I need some help - I have just recently finished aquascaping this tank, and now I feel I need to get some kind of low foreground (carpet?) plant to assist with the open area in the middle. Currently, the tank has 2x65w 10k's, PFS, and injected CO2. I welcome any critique concerning my current "look", and a recommendation(s) on a carpet that should grow in PFS. If possible, a "grass" look would be desired, if that helps. TIA __________________ 75g FW Planted Community; 55g African Cichlid 29g Biocube SW Reef;12g AP Mantis Shrimp/Brittle Star 2 Cats, 2 Dogs, 5 Turtles

09-26-2006, 11:11 PM	#14
Purrbox Aquarium Advice Addict Community Moderator Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Iowa USA Posts: 5,393	I'd say that with your current setup that Dwarf Sag would be your best bet for the grassy look. Another option that would make a nice foreground but isn't grassy is Dwarf Clover (Marsilea Minuta). __________________ ~Joy 10 Gallon Planted Photo Log - 5.5 Gallon Planted Photo Log - 2.5 Gallon Planted Photo Log - Pico Planted Photo Log

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09-14-2006, 02:44 AM	#11
Zezmo Aquarium Advice Addict Community Mentor Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Northern California Posts: 1,112 Images: 14	I look forward to seeing how it looks after you are done. I like to use the aluminum pans that Jchillin mentioned. Java ferns seem to be pretty sensitive about getting dried out. There is plenty of bacteria on your filter, in your gravel, on your fish etc... don't worry about the hardscape drying. Once I have the major scape of a tank done. After that I usually rework sections of a tank at a time, 1/3, 1/5 or 1/2 depending on the tank. Also, once I have the major elements where I like them. Then, each week as I enjoy watching my tank I consider small changes. Each weekend I make those small changes. It is enjoyable to watch a planted tank evolve, both the plant growth and the general matuiring of the scape itself.