Matt Warner
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Hi all, my juwel rio is currently a high tech system with co2 and EI dosing and very fast plant growth. However, I am thinking of re scaping this tank and making it a low tech tank. I'm currently running 2x 28w t5 lights with reflectors. Would this be too much light for a low tech setup or should I remove the reflectors? Also, what substrate is best for a low tech tank? Could I just use something like TMC Nutrasoil on its own or would I need to cap it with gravel or sand?
What kind of plants grow best in a low tech setup? I was thinking of loads of crypts and anubias along with a few stem plants but have no idea which stem plants grow best in low tech conditions, as I've only grown them with co2.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
What kind of plants grow best in a low tech setup? I was thinking of loads of crypts and anubias along with a few stem plants but have no idea which stem plants grow best in low tech conditions, as I've only grown them with co2.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks