IttyBittyFishy.
Aquarium Advice Apprentice
- Joined
- Jul 31, 2016
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- 14
Hi!
I am new to planted tanks and unsure what type of lighting I should use. The tank is 20 gallons (24 in. by 12 in. by 16 in.). All the plants I plan on getting require 2-5 wpg (according to my research). The tank will also be housing neon tetras which I know appreciate lower lighting. So I have a few questions. First, what type of lighting fixture should I get. I have heard a lot about the T5HO ones but they are all so expensive. Are there any good types of lighting at I can get on a budget? Next, how bright should the lights be. I guess I would have to be bright enough for the plants but not too bright for the tetras. Thank you so much for your help!
I am new to planted tanks and unsure what type of lighting I should use. The tank is 20 gallons (24 in. by 12 in. by 16 in.). All the plants I plan on getting require 2-5 wpg (according to my research). The tank will also be housing neon tetras which I know appreciate lower lighting. So I have a few questions. First, what type of lighting fixture should I get. I have heard a lot about the T5HO ones but they are all so expensive. Are there any good types of lighting at I can get on a budget? Next, how bright should the lights be. I guess I would have to be bright enough for the plants but not too bright for the tetras. Thank you so much for your help!