Phytoplankton?

[theyoungaquariest]

I was just wondering what brand of bottled phytoplankton you use. I know that everyone has their own opinion and expectations, but what would you recomend for soft corals???

[melosu58]

Phyto is one of those things that if you do it you need to underfeed your tank. I use DT`s and it says to add everyday but I add it maybe every 5 days. Excessive phyto feedings will foul your tank up in a minute. I sure dont want to see you with a post wondering why my tank is over run with algea. What type soft corals do you have?

[theyoungaquariest]

Well Im trying soft corals for the first time (I havent gotten them yet) But Im thinking some zoos, mushrooms and polyps.

[Kurt_Nelson]

No need for phyto with anything you listed.

[theyoungaquariest]

ok, thank you!!! But then What do I feed them? I mean I know that they filter feed and photosynthesis and calcium etc..... but what else?

[melosu58]

They will get all they need from the lighting and water column. I`ve never fed my mushrooms and I`ve gone from 1 to hundreds.

[Ziggy953]

I agree with Mike. Mushrooms and Zoas will grow like mad if they like your system. I too started with 1 mushroom and now have them all over my system. As long as your system is balanced and stable Zoas will do well.

[theyoungaquariest]

Thank you!!!