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vcorey04 · 06-29-2008, 02:43 PM

i'm not going to do CO2 in this tank, but will in a larger tank and will use this as a QT.

right now i just want to maintain the plant growth of plants in the tank.

i understand that T5's are better than compact flourescents, but i do not know anything else really. i have a light fixture for a reptile tank, but i am willing to drop some cash on a new canopy fixture.

1, 2, 3 bulbs? help

the tanks in fish stores always have the lights on, i only run mine from 8-2 because i don't want to burn the plants. is this the right thing to do with the bulb i have right now?

when i get flourescent's <or anything better in the $150 range> will i be able to have the lights on longer?

also, the fish store in my area doesn't have a good supply of plant life, is it better to buy online?

i would like to maintain red tiger lily and get them to reach to the surface like lily pads. i also need a sword plant for hiding places, but would rather have something that branches like the fern in my front yard. you know, like thin feathery like leafs... any suggestions?

let me know if i'm going in the right direction.

v

**Purrbox** · 06-30-2008, 03:14 AM

Separate thread has been started to address vcorey04's lighting questions. Please post suggestions there.

Rich - I must say that I really do enjoy seeing how your scapes are evolving and this one is no exception.

HiJaC · 06-30-2008, 07:21 AM

hi,

liking the layout, especially the darker area's..

is that a madagascar lace plant in the center? quite small atm if it is..

they look so cool when they grow well.

best regards,

John

brutus · 08-02-2008, 01:27 PM

great looking tank rich what fish you like in there?ohh i just looked at some your other pics .you have that nice looking angel in there and german rams very nice.

rich311k · 08-02-2008, 07:29 PM

There are two angels, a dwarf cockatoo, pearl gourami, 4 rainbows, and a featherfin syno cat in this tank. Here is a new photo.

brutus · 08-02-2008, 07:49 PM

i had wigglers in my tank from my pair of angels but when wife looked they all been eaten...i told her there still there just swimming around somewhere lol

06-29-2008, 02:43 PM	#11
vcorey04 Aquarium Advice Activist Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Hollywood, CA Posts: 118	no CO2 yet i'm not going to do CO2 in this tank, but will in a larger tank and will use this as a QT. right now i just want to maintain the plant growth of plants in the tank. i understand that T5's are better than compact flourescents, but i do not know anything else really. i have a light fixture for a reptile tank, but i am willing to drop some cash on a new canopy fixture. 1, 2, 3 bulbs? help the tanks in fish stores always have the lights on, i only run mine from 8-2 because i don't want to burn the plants. is this the right thing to do with the bulb i have right now? when i get flourescent's <or anything better in the $150 range> will i be able to have the lights on longer? also, the fish store in my area doesn't have a good supply of plant life, is it better to buy online? i would like to maintain red tiger lily and get them to reach to the surface like lily pads. i also need a sword plant for hiding places, but would rather have something that branches like the fern in my front yard. you know, like thin feathery like leafs... any suggestions? let me know if i'm going in the right direction. v Last edited by vcorey04; 06-29-2008 at 02:52 PM.

06-30-2008, 03:14 AM	#12
Purrbox Aquarium Advice Addict Community Moderator Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Iowa USA Posts: 5,393	Separate thread has been started to address vcorey04's lighting questions. Please post suggestions there. Rich - I must say that I really do enjoy seeing how your scapes are evolving and this one is no exception. __________________ ~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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06-30-2008, 07:21 AM	#13
HiJaC Aquarium Advice Activist Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Edinburgh, Scotland Posts: 188	hi, liking the layout, especially the darker area's.. is that a madagascar lace plant in the center? quite small atm if it is.. they look so cool when they grow well. best regards, John

08-02-2008, 01:27 PM	#14
brutus Aquarium Advice Freak Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 250	great looking tank rich what fish you like in there?ohh i just looked at some your other pics .you have that nice looking angel in there and german rams very nice.

08-02-2008, 07:29 PM	#15
rich311k Aquarium Advice Addict Moderator Emeritus Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 8,972 Images: 35	There are two angels, a dwarf cockatoo, pearl gourami, 4 rainbows, and a featherfin syno cat in this tank. Here is a new photo.

08-02-2008, 07:49 PM	#16
brutus Aquarium Advice Freak Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 250	i had wigglers in my tank from my pair of angels but when wife looked they all been eaten...i told her there still there just swimming around somewhere lol