Plant revival

[fort384]

LOL can't argue with that logic

It is a potassium and trace element mix. I would skip it for now. With your current lighting, and only 1 plant, it really isn't going to do much for you.

 

[BettaGal]

I got a bamboo in there, which also is closer to where I dump the liquid stuff in. The leafy thing or bacopa thing is in the opposite corner. Still skip it?

 

[fort384]

Yes, for now. If you want to add it you can, it won't hurt anything. It just isn't going do anything for you right now either, so it is kind of a waste.

 

[BettaGal]

I won't waste it. I'm just new to live plants. They aren't like land plants. Not that my fish care. They just wanna play with them.

 

[fort384]

You can check out this link to get the basics of fertilizing in a planted tank:

Introduction to Fertilizing the Planted Tank - Aquarium Advice

 

[BettaGal]

Why, thank you. I'll look at that when I'm done with the school task I've been working on for hours. Been on this thing since 4:30. I expected it to take at the most 2 hours. My estimation was way off.

 

[BettaGal]

What wattage is recommended for my desk lamp?

 

[fort384]

Depends. The fixture might have a max wattage listed on it. I would put the highest wattage in that the fixture is rated for.

 

[BettaGal]

I bought a 150W daylight. The color is better and it's nice and bright. It's still behind my laptop but my tank will be happy.

 

[fort384]

150W equivalent, or 150W? If it is 150W it would be an incandescent bulb, which would not work for growing plants.

 

[Aqualady40]

I use clamp-on desk lamps and max is 13 watt...I use (1) 13 watt CFL daylight 6500k and it does great for my 5g (the spiral energy saving bulbs, 2 pack for around $7)

 

[BettaGal]

A 150W equivalent. It's an energy saving bulb. My tank looks pretty with it on.

 

[fort384]

Ok cool. That ought to do very well for you.

 

[BettaGal]

Hooray. My tank will live. Lol. My gourami seems to enjoy showing off in the light.