burrowssj Posted August 21, 2011 Report Share Posted August 21, 2011 Could anyone give me tips on cheaper ways to source an dose nutrients for planted tanks? I'm buying excel now an it works great but is rather pricey. So I'm curious of other alternatives Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joshlikesfish Posted August 21, 2011 Report Share Posted August 21, 2011 PMDD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burrowssj Posted August 21, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 21, 2011 PMDD is this what you are referring to? http://theaquariumwiki.com/PMDD *EDIT, and where would I be able to get those ingredients from? I think id test it on a fishless tank first to get the balance right- a hydroponics/plant shop ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenix44 Posted August 21, 2011 Report Share Posted August 21, 2011 If you are buying excel - DIY or cannister CO2 is the alternative. You can make your own macros by buying the compounds from your local nursery. Flourish comprehensive is a good source for micros. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bilbo Posted August 21, 2011 Report Share Posted August 21, 2011 I use the modified PMDD formula here and my local hydroponics store are yet to charge me for the ingredients. I usually throw $2 in the donation tin for them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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