I've been planning to start an Aquarium for about a month now, and on my final leg of Research at the Aquarium Wiki stumbled on the El Natural set up. I took a liking to it, but i have Numerous questions that need answering before. But Firstly, the Tank I'm planning to get is a 30 Gallon tank. I plan to have it stocked with 5 Neon Tetras, 5 Red Tetras, 2 - 3 Guppies, and 2 - 3 Otos. I cant put the Tank in Direct Sunlight, but I can put it near a Window.
1) Does This method really make Filters not needed? This would save me money on a Good Filter. I can buy an Air pump to oxygenate the water for a little amount of money.
2) I've read that because of the Soil, the Tank is Instantly Cycled and fish can be added within days. Also will CO2 Canisters not be needed because of the fish?
3) Can i get some Suggestions on Plants for a Beginner such as myself? I would preferably like plants with lower light requirements. Also a suggestion for a good soil brand to use would be like.
1) Does This method really make Filters not needed? This would save me money on a Good Filter. I can buy an Air pump to oxygenate the water for a little amount of money.
2) I've read that because of the Soil, the Tank is Instantly Cycled and fish can be added within days. Also will CO2 Canisters not be needed because of the fish?
3) Can i get some Suggestions on Plants for a Beginner such as myself? I would preferably like plants with lower light requirements. Also a suggestion for a good soil brand to use would be like.