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That is the plan for the most part. I do want the focal point to be the driftwood obviously. The moss does need to grow in more, but I would also like the java to turn a little more green than it is. Since it has went under medium-high light, it has really darkened in color. The tips where the plant is growing is very green, but turns dark green in no time. I put the amazons in the mid-ground due to the height of the tank. I do want them to grow in slightly, but I will keep them trimmed to allow for a stepped progression to my background watersprite and vals. The tiger lotus is putting out tons of baby plants, which should fill into the left a little. I want to try my hand at a small ground cover like baby tears in the front left corner of the tank infront of the madagascar lace.
As far as being "low maintanence"... I sure hope so. I just increased the lights to nearly 4 WPG due to the penetration factor of the lights and the desire to have the dwarf sag and ground cover not only survive, but fill in. I have found myself very busy lately and have attempted to find plants that are somewhat undemanding and will do fine with a weekly haircut.
Zags... I would LOVE a black background both to pop the colors of the plants and the fish. Problem is... how? I dont like the idea of an oiled garbage bag, and I am afraid to paint it. Any ideas?
