potting soil

[skiltrip]

What can i use for potting soil for an aquarium plant. justDIY suggested all natural clay kitty litter. what else have people used? what works good?

- kip

 

[justDIY]

well, let me clarify a bit.

I suggested it's OK to use in a "pot" in an aquarium, as you put it "potting soil" ... i've also used it as the tank's substrate, but that is not something I'd recommend for someone starting out, as it requires a LOT of patience waiting for the water to clear 8O

additionally, be sure to rinse well and cover with at least an inch of plain gravel.

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other products to look at:

Schultz Aquatic Potting Soil - walmart outdoor department

Seachem Flourite - several varieties, including a dark gray/black sand - found at some ma-n-pa pet stores as well as online

1st Layer Pure Laterite - gravel enchancer, available at most chain pet stores

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if I had to rank those in order of difficulty of use, the list would look like this, starting with most difficult

1. kitty litter
2. flourite
3. laterite
4. schultz

 

[skiltrip]

Thanks again man. I'll look for the Shultz stuff when i'm out at walmart.

- kip

 

[Madame_X]

I used the Schultz Aquatic Potting Soil and really like the way it looks.

My tank is pretty new so I can't give any advice other than pure aesthetics.

 

[skiltrip]

madame_X, where did you get the Shultz Potting Soil, I can't seem to find it.

- kip

 

[talenzmeier]

Red Sea (Nothing to do with Moses)

Another option to consider is a product put out by Red Sea called Flora Base.

 

[justDIY]

might be too late in the season for walmart, it was an item they kept in the outdoor section here.

keep searching - it is out there!