KarenMick Posted March 1, 2014 Report Share Posted March 1, 2014 So I have setup my first ever planted tank here is a picture...... I'm thinking of changing substrate to sand gravel mix but I will keep plants where they are. Any thoughts? Thanks Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcusnsherell Posted March 1, 2014 Report Share Posted March 1, 2014 Looking good sherell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 I dont think that white gravel is best for plant growing, i would use layer of propagating sand from bunnings (unwashed straight from bag) than layer of washed sand. U can always sprinkle little blood and bone fert over the bottom of your tank before ypu put in the unwashed propagating sand to help plants thrive. Or if you like the gravel, u san add layer of it on top of the sand as well. The white pebbles are no good for growing plants unless there has been used before and there is loads of poop in it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarenMick Posted March 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 6, 2014 Yeah I want to put a layer of sand in there I got a bag from bunnings just gotta rinse it and put it in how much blood and bone would you recommend for a 2foot tank? Thanks Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatsright99 Posted March 6, 2014 Report Share Posted March 6, 2014 You don't want all sand as it will compress and be hard for the roots to spread and the plant to grow. It'll set up anaerobic bacteria if deep enough too which may or may not be something you want. You will have to be careful that no sand gets into the filter as it will shred the impellor. You want a good depth of gravel, at least 8-10 cm esp if growing swords... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarenMick Posted March 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 6, 2014 Thanks I plan on mixing the sand with the gravel so it's not compacted also I am running a sponge filter so sand shouldn't be a problem. I really appreciate all the feedback cause I think I know what to do but this just re-confirms what I think is right actually is. It's good cause I am always unsure especially when it comes to plants.... Thanks again guys and girls Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted March 6, 2014 Report Share Posted March 6, 2014 Just sprinkle very little, i sprinkle too much and than had to take the tank apart because of so much amonia gas build up. I would use no more than 5 grams Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted March 6, 2014 Report Share Posted March 6, 2014 U can add crushed white tuscan path pebbles from bunnings into the sand as well. They will slowly release co2 gasand help your plants to grow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colby Farrell Posted April 12, 2014 Report Share Posted April 12, 2014 is that safe for fish at all blood and bone or white tuscan path pebbles ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
