really?

OneWolvesDream · Super Senior Member Joined: 10 Apr 2004 Posts: 1175

do i really need to do anything for my live plants? in my 24 gallon fishtank i have 2 plants curranly in there

t_chelle16 · Moderator Joined: 22 Mar 2004 Posts: 3436

I'm not really a good one to be giving aquatic plant advice since I haven't had much luck in the past, but I can tell you most aquatic plants need more light than normal aquarium lights provide (probably why I can't seem to keep any alive).

-Chelle

OneWolvesDream · Super Senior Member Joined: 10 Apr 2004 Posts: 1175

ok, that *!
1. the water temp will go up
2. i cant sleep with light in my room

ok, well i guess i have no chice ill just try get the temp down in my room

thanks!

Careful of the language, unless you were talking about a plecostamus. Thanks, kc5gvn

tina1 · Senior Member Joined: 22 Mar 2004 Posts: 651

2 watts per gallon is a good place to start in the lighting category. It is considered low light but that actually makes your work easier. You will need a sufficient amount of gravel/sand to fully bury the roots in. Also, some form of algae eater to keep the leaves algae free and eventually when your plants are established you can add an aquarium plant fertilizer to increase their growth. However, please be sure it says "safe for all fish" on the bottle before using it.

J_acon · Member Joined: 12 Apr 2004 Posts: 115 Location: Melbourne

You can turn the lights off when you go to bed, don't turn in on 24/7 try to keep it like a normal cycle, 12 hours of light and 12 hours no light.