Storing and re-using plants when re aquascaping

[Squib]

Hi, new user here, just been lurking in the background and taking in all the useful info that is available, such a great resource so well done all.

So i've had my aquarium for about 3 months, realised that id actually like to now strip it down and do it again, now i've had a first attempt!

I will re house the fish in a temporary tub and move the filter/heater onto that, so they should be fine for a few days, however id like to re use some crypts that have grown well in the current set up, whats the best way to store them for them once uprooted for 24 hours or so whilst i re work the tank, any tips?!

Any help appreciated!

 

[zozo]

Hi, new user here, just been lurking in the background and taking in all the useful info that is available, such a great resource so well done all.

So i've had my aquarium for about 3 months, realised that id actually like to now strip it down and do it again, now i've had a first attempt!

I will re house the fish in a temporary tub and move the filter/heater onto that, so they should be fine for a few days, however id like to re use some crypts that have grown well in the current set up, whats the best way to store them for them once uprooted for 24 hours or so whilst i re work the tank, any tips?!

Any help appreciated!

Hi. 24 hours? Keep them floating in the same tub with the fish.. No problem.. Kept crypts for weeks floating around in my bin tank..

 

[Squib]

thanks! that was my current plan, hoping i can take them out, re scape and re plant in a day, if not it will go into the next day but reckon it should be fine, il see how i get on. !

 

[Tim Harrison]

Hello Squib and welcome. When you've done re-scaping post a pic of your tank

 

[Squib]

Probably wont be up to much but il give it a go, and put a pic up!

 

[MJF90]

If you want to store them for longer you can also put them in a glas or plastic container with some soil. just keep them moist and they will be fine