Attempt at moss wall

[FishyMamma]

Try the arts and craft stores - like Michael's.


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[TheresaM]

I really like stainless steel mesh. I buy the precut pieces from Han Aquatics. He also has bare ledges and caves available. My caves have really filled in nicely, great hiding places for shrimp fry.

 

[F.Sam]

Maybe I should do a little trim? I honestly have no idea!



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[TheresaM]

Maybe I should do a little trim? I honestly have no idea!

I wouldn't but that's just me...your betta seems happy with it

 

[Alexwm125]

Trimming just the tips IME encourages bushier growth.


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[F.Sam]

@Alex, I'm thinking the same!


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[TheresaM]

Didn't know that, thanks!

My ledge is doing really well, the mats are showing slower growth for some reason.

 

[F.Sam]

Maybe they are farther removed from the light?


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[Alexwm125]

That's what I would say. Although moss usually isn't too picky about light. It still can make a difference though. Flow also seems to make them a bit happier.


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[TheresaM]

Definitely makes sense. The ledge is about the two mats it it partially blocks both light and water flow. The color is good, just slow growing.

 

[Slavo]

I say no trim. Let it ride!

 

[F.Sam]

Just decided to let it grow a bit more! It's turning into a jungle!



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[TMRC Exotics]

This has done really well! I bet the betta is loving it

 

[F.Sam]

I hope he does yes! He has never rested on it though, filter flow is pointed in the direction of the moss wall.


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[TheresaM]

Can't remember: do you have shrimp in there? Mine love the moss ledge!

 

[F.Sam]

No, no shrimperino's in this tank! Just a Betta!


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[TheresaM]

Did some rearranging and moved the moss ledge, brown bits are slowly turning green again!

 

[john_franzwa]

Following



John,
Trust me I am not insane

 

[Alexwm125]

Did some rearranging and moved the moss ledge, brown bits are slowly turning green again!

Very cool! Is that mesh metal?


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[New2me]

Great thread, the moss wall is looking great! What light do you have for this?


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