Brand New Planted Tank - Total Novice so Advice Appreciated

[AllieG]

Hello,

I just created my tank last night using the Walstad method (I think).
First time doing this and I really hope my plants survive.

If they grow nicely I would like to add in some shrimp too.

Don't have a filter on it currently because my one has gone walkabouts - was planning on purchasing a new one as soon as I can

Thanks for looking

 

[Keith GH]

Allie

I think you might have gone a bit over using that massive piece of wood in a small tank. I would consider using a smaller twiggy piece other than giving you more space you will have a greater water movement plus a larger water capacity.

Keith

 

[AllieG]

You might be right! It was the only wood I had but it is pretty large, thanks for the advice. I'll be on the hunt for something better and then I can see what is actually in the tank!

 

[AllieG]

I was thinking about getting a free standing desk light to start to go above my tank, is there any recommended that I could use? Maybe from IKEA....

 

[Keith GH]

Allie

That is a possibility. Ask that question in "Lighting" for the best advice.
https://www.ukaps.org/forum/forums/lighting.50/

Keith

 

[AllieG]

I actually went for this light - https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00QIAHRZW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Should be arriving today along with new filter. Going to take the wood out the tank and set the new light on a timer and hopefully the plants grow over the weekend

 

[AllieG]

Current tank

 

[Keith GH]

Allie

That light looks very nice I hope it works perfectly for you.

Keith