So my previous set-ups always suffered from BBA and other algae problems. I'm looking to do a complete restart on my tank (previous set up):
Tank - 200L Fluval Roma
Light - 2 T8s, each 30w
Filter - 1400 L/H All Pond Solutions
Powerhead - 1600 L/H Koralia
I'm pretty damn poor until I graduate (at least) so budget is pretty tight. A few things to work out:
1. Reflectors don't fit properly anymore so bought some aluminium ones, hopefully manage to fix them in place
2. Looking for cheap black sand as mentioned in substrate subforum, suggestions appreciated.
3. Trying to work out what plants and wood/rocks to have this time. Suggestions appreciated, some factors:
- grow in low levels of light
- do not require extra co2
- preferably thick leaves which are less affected by powerhead
The only plant which will remain from before is the anubias nana on the wood - its really grown a lot, although some growth needs to be attached to the wood.
Any other plants I should consider?
- Java Fern (didnt have success last time for some reason)
- Aponogeton Ulvaceus (first one was great, second one didnt grow at all)
- Nuphar 'Red Spatterdock' Bulb
- Java Moss
- Other Anubias?
Also any LEDs I could use to boost my light if necessary? I have cable ties to mount moonlight LEDs, these could be replaced as they are barely used.
Thanks for any advice
Tank - 200L Fluval Roma
Light - 2 T8s, each 30w
Filter - 1400 L/H All Pond Solutions
Powerhead - 1600 L/H Koralia
I'm pretty damn poor until I graduate (at least) so budget is pretty tight. A few things to work out:
1. Reflectors don't fit properly anymore so bought some aluminium ones, hopefully manage to fix them in place
2. Looking for cheap black sand as mentioned in substrate subforum, suggestions appreciated.
3. Trying to work out what plants and wood/rocks to have this time. Suggestions appreciated, some factors:
- grow in low levels of light
- do not require extra co2
- preferably thick leaves which are less affected by powerhead
The only plant which will remain from before is the anubias nana on the wood - its really grown a lot, although some growth needs to be attached to the wood.
Any other plants I should consider?
- Java Fern (didnt have success last time for some reason)
- Aponogeton Ulvaceus (first one was great, second one didnt grow at all)
- Nuphar 'Red Spatterdock' Bulb
- Java Moss
- Other Anubias?
Also any LEDs I could use to boost my light if necessary? I have cable ties to mount moonlight LEDs, these could be replaced as they are barely used.
Thanks for any advice