supasi Posted May 4, 2007 Report Share Posted May 4, 2007 Well i have finally got my plants together, So here goes The empty tank. Lighting is two 36w daylight fluoros the ugly green tank next to it is my wcmm breeding tank with an algae bloom. Layer of daltons aquatic mix,approx 1 inch Topped with layer of daltons propergating sand In goes the water. I decided to remove the wood from the tank later as it took up too much ground space. Planting cosists of Star grass in the two rear corners, A few bunches of ludwiga repens inthe rear centre, Three crypts (unsure of which type) in the centre of the tank. Several plantings of sag' subtulata in the front corners Finally topped up the tank leaving water one third from the top.( my thinking for this is the lesser depth will allow more light penetration, thus allowing plants to establish easily. and i will top up when i see the plants showing some signs of growth) I am just awaiting a filter to arrive of trade me. will be a elite stingray 15. once plants are established i will add a small school of fish(undecided yet as to what) and would be keen to maybe get an otto as i understand they are great at keeping algae tidy. Any critisizm or complements or even suggestion are welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faran Posted May 4, 2007 Report Share Posted May 4, 2007 Well done, should grow in nicely. The sag can stay low or grow tall depending on conditions, so your placement is perfect. :applaude: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Afrikan Posted May 4, 2007 Report Share Posted May 4, 2007 Looking good so far supasi, keep us posted with pics as tank matures btw love the Giraffe in the pic, major African animal fan here 8) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supasi Posted July 12, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 Been a while but here is a pic of the plant growth taken about three weeks after planting. Unfortunatley there has somehow managed to be stowaway snail. oh well :roll: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supasi Posted July 12, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 And this is some pics i took tonight....................The Dmarf Sag has taken off and reproducing faster than rabbits on ecstacy.lol Whole tank shot A bit clearer view And some inhabitants, Rosy tetras. There is also one large otto, and a Skunk loache to try cull some of the snails. Any comments people? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidb Posted July 12, 2007 Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 looks like it is growing nicely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Afrikan Posted July 12, 2007 Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 Looking good supasi 8) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antwan Posted July 12, 2007 Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 Looks good, those cookie times in buckets were so good! Perhaps you could add 2-3 more ottos since they like living in groups, and they look better in their little schools (they might even breed for you too) Tank is looking real nice, should fill out well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supasi Posted August 30, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 Just another update for those interested AT THE START NOW And i even set up a seond next to it as i was so happy with how its going. Please excuse the mess of the wires and of DIY CO2 The new tank Unfortunately i got an outbreak of stag horn algae in the second tank. Anyone know how i can kill it. The second tank is inhabited by about 20 harliquins,(although one prefers it in the first tank, have moved it back twice now but nxt morning its jumped back, so damnit he staying there,lol Now i want to go BIGGER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slevin12 Posted January 5, 2008 Report Share Posted January 5, 2008 man that grew into a cool tank could you post some pics of now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supasi Posted January 7, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2008 Well as resquested. Here is the mess now. will be dismantling both tanks in a month or two as im shifting, but will be set up again. this is a case of "xmas time " blues in these two as i aint really had much spare time with work , family and play taking up most of my spare time. Check out the sword that was in the previous posts, \ NOW BEFORE ANYONE COMMENTS AND SAYS IT NEEDS A TIDY UP, I KNOW!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheesejawa Posted January 7, 2008 Report Share Posted January 7, 2008 wow thats alot of dwarf sag!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nemines Posted January 7, 2008 Report Share Posted January 7, 2008 i think it looks wildishly authentic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supasi Posted January 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2008 Cheers nemines, that is the look i was trying to achieve.lol Im going to set up properly once i move into my new house. hopefully will be able to make a journal of the progress as i go. BTW the sword has started to flower. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sub.z Posted January 14, 2008 Report Share Posted January 14, 2008 The sword is awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slightly Blue Dalmation Posted January 14, 2008 Report Share Posted January 14, 2008 what sort of sword is it? its cool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supasi Posted January 15, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2008 not really sure what type of sword it is. gonna get rid of it though cos it too big. Unfortunatly (well for the tanks, that is) im moving next week so the tanks are all going to be dismantled for the shift. im gonna start fresh with everything iv learned from these setups. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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