Planted tank substrate

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saratang
 
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Planted tank substrate

by saratang

Not very experienced with planted tanks - what kind of substrate should I be using?


friend_of_fish
 
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Re: Planted tank substrate

by friend_of_fish

Smaller gravel works well. The larger type of gravel or pebbles don't work as well I don't think. Small gravel is just easier to work with when you're planting the plants and such.


fish123
 
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Re: Planted tank substrate

by fish123

Everyone has their preferences. I think mine is sand just because it looks really aesthetically pleasing to the eye. It also can be easier to clean, easy to plant in, and roots grow well in it. But like I said, everyone has their preferences. I'm sure some would argue gravel is better.


tetrafan
 
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Re: Planted tank substrate

by tetrafan

I think flourite black sand is probably best for planted tanks because of the high CEC in it.

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