Recent content by SNAIL

Yes, it will work. I use tetra complete plant root tabs myself from time to time. I usually use Tetra initial sticks combined with Tetra Florapride (liquide additive), that is if you are not using any liquide ferts. Some plants only absorb nutrients through the roots while others absorb...

I've been using 100% RO water for a few years now on my tropical freshwater tank. I do have live plants, fish, and inverts. Depending on what your setup is, it is usually okay to use RO water. As the others have mentioned, RO water is soft. RO is the process of passing water through a membrane...

Yes you can cut the leaves to be as tall as the tank. I am suprised though that your LFS sold you such a tall plant. There are other plants out there that would better suit your tank size.

Paulf, I am totally in shock and embarassed. :blush: I am sorry too!. My intention was not to delibertly find faults in the product, but to hear from others who have used it. I was merely speculating to myself and voiced it out openly. Again, I apologize.

Hello eveyone, Paulf, I have just started looking into it. I have no comments at this time but here is a link to its chemical formula and the study taken on it. To all: Please read at your discretion as experiments were conducted on live animals. Some words may be offensive...

Themuleous (Sam) suggested using a seperate bubble counter. I have also read that this works well and a lot of people have reported success with it. It didn't work for me but it might work for you. I must have something wrong somewhere. Slimy substance issue has been around since I started...

three-fingers, No I don't. I read this in a couple of threads that Underwurlde kept suggesting. I thought people should take a look at it. I don't believe in such products. My tank setup is based on a natural biological cycle. I have never used products like this, never had any major algae...

Here is a couple of links to the product Flubenol 15. I would suggest you read it and take it in as you please. http://www.flubenol.co.uk/extra%20info.htm http://www.flubenol.co.uk/

ICEGRL, Here are two links that mention the same solution as Underwurlde. http://www.flubenol.co.uk/extra%20info.htm http://www.flubenol.co.uk/ Do read it. You'll find it as the all in one solution to both your algae problem and snail problem. Underwurlde, Sorry there! Did some checking...

You need to add ferts for the plants. It's a sign of nutrient deficiency. You should also find out the type of fish and plants you got. Do some research. It'll save you a lot of problems.

Underwurlde, I don't know why you are treating for snails. ICEGRL is talking about greenwater here. Maybe it's another issue you are helping her with. Anyhow, isn't it just right to get some things straightened out for now. In this particular tank, there are some vague information on the tank...

Plants can benefit from CO2 regardless of it being injected from a pressurized system or a DIY,and regardless of tank size. The fish give off CO2 as well, something I've noticed people forget to consider. In the real world, CO2 levels are much lower than your tanks. Too much tech dependency is a...

Melly, Put them all in the tank for now and keep the packaging just incase. Do acclimate them before releasing them. The snails will need food as your algae population is down. You can get snail food at your LFS. 15 snails is a good amount for your tank size. You have room to add more but leave...

My apologies Underwurlde! You are correct on Green Water Algae. To ICEGIRL , I'm sure Underwurlde knows his stuff and he'll provide you proper guidance.

ICEGIRL, Okay, i have reviewed your post. Brackish water? I have no knowledge of brackish water plants. What are your plans? Do you want to go freshwater? The info you have provided is quite vague. Please provide details on a point by point format to make things easier. I somewhat understanding...