So, I have a few questions. First, I've heard over and over again that the wpg rule does not apply to small tanks, but nowhere can I find information on how it does break down. In fact, people seem to disagree in general over even the reason that that is the case.
What is considered high lighting for a 5 gallon? Can I theoretically put high tech plants like dwarf baby tears in a smaller tank for less of a cost than large planted tanks? and will my larger 55 gallon support a fair amount of medium light plants with proper 2 wpg t5ho lights and a hagen biosystem(s?) instead of a pressurized co2 system? As opposed to say attempting a carpeting plant or high light plant under the same conditions.
I've seen many beautiful low tech planted tanks, and I want to reach a middle ground as pressurized co2 systems are far too complicated and expensive on top of all of the other expenses involved in a proper set up. But I am investing in good lights and filters so I can potentially upgrade someday. Any advice on this or plant suggestions?
My final question is just a mildly silly thought I had. My tank sits on a bar in front of my kitchen, the gigantic compact light fixture sits
Not quite directly above it but close. I dont have a lid and the light definitely gets in the empty 55 gallon. Can this contribute to my lighting in any meaningful way?
Sorry for the massive amount of questions, I've done months of research and still have a ton of ideas and questions.
What is considered high lighting for a 5 gallon? Can I theoretically put high tech plants like dwarf baby tears in a smaller tank for less of a cost than large planted tanks? and will my larger 55 gallon support a fair amount of medium light plants with proper 2 wpg t5ho lights and a hagen biosystem(s?) instead of a pressurized co2 system? As opposed to say attempting a carpeting plant or high light plant under the same conditions.
I've seen many beautiful low tech planted tanks, and I want to reach a middle ground as pressurized co2 systems are far too complicated and expensive on top of all of the other expenses involved in a proper set up. But I am investing in good lights and filters so I can potentially upgrade someday. Any advice on this or plant suggestions?
My final question is just a mildly silly thought I had. My tank sits on a bar in front of my kitchen, the gigantic compact light fixture sits
Not quite directly above it but close. I dont have a lid and the light definitely gets in the empty 55 gallon. Can this contribute to my lighting in any meaningful way?
Sorry for the massive amount of questions, I've done months of research and still have a ton of ideas and questions.