Getting Rid of Algae

[brandi17201]

Yea im learning more and more about how to set up the tank. I guess right now im learning how to take care of the tank and plants. I want to make my tank have a design which right now it does not have. Do you know of a good website to buy plants? Do you buy yours in a store? I need to get some decent sized rocks and build that that way I want it and then add the plants etc. Right now my tank is not too pleasing to the eye. I tried to make an archway out of a vine type plant(not sure the name of the plant). I was checking out the aquascaping contest designs, they are really nice. So my lighting is good for my size tank and I just need to reduce the amount of time I have my lights on? I will try your idea before going to a co2 tank.

 

[Gillie]

I usually buy from other hobbyists unless something catches my eye aquatic plant central is a great forum/plant source and has an extensive plant guide. Only use one light for now until you get the algae under control, the Excel will also help with that.

 

[brandi17201]

Ok ill take one bulb out for now. And def get some of that excel. I don't really know anyone around here that does aquascaping. Any idea of how to find ppl in my area?

 

[Gillie]

Ok ill take one bulb out for now. And def get some of that excel. I don't really know anyone around here that does aquascaping. Any idea of how to find ppl in my area?

I don't know what area you are in but you can check out Theplantedtank.net and aquaticplantcentral.com there will most likely be somebody there.

 

[brandi17201]

I like the aquatic plant central. Thanks. Hopefully I can find some people around my area that likes aquascaping

 

[brandi17201]

Here is an updated video of my tank. Its looking better since I got rid the that plant and have started fertilizer.

 

[brandi17201]

Hmmmm I cannot upload my video how come?