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Going Dutch by the book - tank sponsored by Tropica

I like the aquascape but been honest I think it can improve. The green plants are the same shade of lime green, also you can use different leaf shapes and sizes. I will suggest before shooting it down to change some plants, maybe add some temple plant and/or echinodorus reni. More leaf contrast will upgrade this tank from good to stunning!

Good work!


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Robert H. Tavera said:
I like the aquascape but been honest I think it can improve. The green plants are the same shade of lime green, also you can use different leaf shapes and sizes. I will suggest before shooting it down to change some plants, maybe add some temple plant and/or echinodorus reni. More leaf contrast will upgrade this tank from good to stunning!
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Robert, you're probably right. The final layout, in the video, already had some larger leaf plants and yes, i'm still working on that.

Pedro.
 
Hi there, I was provided a link in my post about new tank setup I am just starting and am really glad to have seen this lovely tank and setup. You have done a brilliant job with this tank so thank you for sharing.

I have a few quick questions that I hope you can help with. In regards to the Tropica Aquasoil & Powder. Can I confirm the quantity that you have used, my tank is slightly larger 1500x60x55 (LxWxH) and so need to work out costings of using the Aquasoil & Powder.

Have you found any issues with this combination? Is there anything you would do differently now? I am also just wanting to confirm which liquid ferts you are using and your daily dose/quantity? Again just want to ballpark figures so I can at least get some on order accordingly.

Kind Regards,

Adam
 
Hi Adam,

I think i used around 30l of soil (maybe a little more then 30l). This is a no hardscape tank so the ground is all covered and less high at the front. You should adapt accordingly yo your needs.
I used only Tropica Specialised fertiliser. It changed a bit the weekly dose (divided by all days) and it went from around 60ml (beginning and after large trims) to more then 120 ml. This tank have a huge amount plants. Again you should adapt accordingly.

Pedro.
 
Hey Pedro,

Thank you for the detailed reply. That is handy to know and gives me some ball park figures to work from with my plans.

It appears you only used/dosed Tropica Specialised Fertiliser and did not use the Premium that Tropica do? Will this along with lighting & CO2 generally be correct that I wouldn't have to look at adding anything else? Again only a general rule of thumb from your experience.

I am looking at having quite a heavily planted scape but with some hardscape too. Do you find it easier to start with smaller doses and work up to get the right balance rather than dosing high and working back?

I assume a lot of the figures you use are from experience of course but just thoughts on this are always good to hear/read and adapt as needed.

Kind Regards,

Adam
 
Adam,

Adam Chambers said:
It appears you only used/dosed Tropica Specialised Fertiliser and did not use the Premium that Tropica do? Will this along with lighting & CO2 generally be correct that I wouldn't have to look at adding anything else? Again only a general rule of thumb from your experience.
I am looking at having quite a heavily planted scape but with some hardscape too. Do you find it easier to start with smaller doses and work up to get the right balance rather than dosing high and working back?
I assume a lot of the figures you use are from experience of course but just thoughts on this are always good to hear/read and adapt as needed.
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Yes, i only used Specialised because it contains not only micros but also some macros. This is more a planted aquarium then a fish aquarium, so i needed a source for macros that usually come from fish. Specialised also have micros so no need for Premium.
I started with smaller doses because there was almost no plants (they were pretty small!). They grew and i needed to give them some more. Just like kids 🙂
One important note: you must fertilise from day one specially if you use 1-2-grow plants because they are smaller plants and the nutrient reserves they have are much smaller.

You should start with the dose on the bootle and add more as you need. Of course experience is a lot of help 🙂

Pedro.
 
Pedro Rosa said:
This is far from a contest (IAPLC) aquarium so #1102
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Deserved much higher of course as health of plants is outstanding but then that has always been the refrain of IAPLC voting/ranking 😉

- there are always some (a surprising number if I'm entirely honest) in the top 100 that I perceive as engineering masterpieces, but planted tanks, not so much ... IAPLC top placement has evolved in a direction that is ....... interesting
 
Pedro Rosa said:
Adam,



Yes, i only used Specialised because it contains not only micros but also some macros. This is more a planted aquarium then a fish aquarium, so i needed a source for macros that usually come from fish. Specialised also have micros so no need for Premium.
I started with smaller doses because there was almost no plants (they were pretty small!). They grew and i needed to give them some more. Just like kids 🙂
One important note: you must fertilise from day one specially if you use 1-2-grow plants because they are smaller plants and the nutrient reserves they have are much smaller.

You should start with the dose on the bootle and add more as you need. Of course experience is a lot of help 🙂

Pedro.
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Brilliant, thank you for all the words of wisdom and information. Can't believe it only placed #1102 thought.

Kind Regards,

Adam
 
alto said:
Is this tank still running?
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Yes, it is. I changed it a little bit. I'm now growing the new plants and updated in a couple of weeks. Then it's probably time to move on 🙂
 
Pedro Rosa said:
Then it's probably time to move on 🙂
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it seems this has been a longer running project than usual for you but perhaps that is just my (mistaken) impression 😉

I'm curious on the size & behaviour of your Hyphessobrycon Ornatus white fin Tetra - they are my favorite fish in this tank (your excellent photos!) & I was trying to convince the local shop to bring them in
🙂

Looking forward to the updates 😀
 
Sorry Alto, i missed this

alto said:
it seems this has been a longer running project than usual for you but perhaps that is just my (mistaken) impression 😉
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Yes, it makes one year today. My personal record 😀

I'm curious on the size & behaviour of your Hyphessobrycon Ornatus white fin Tetra - they are my favorite fish in this tank (your excellent photos!) & I was trying to convince the local shop to bring them in
🙂
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They are stunning. Great colours and a very nice fish. It says mainly on the bottom 1/3 of the aquarium but get pretty active when feeding.
Recommended 😉

Pedro.
 
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