Initial Temp For Fishless Cycle

[sjolliff]

I heard the 29c is the best temp for the bacteria to grow
is this right?

 

[hakova]

I am no expert but I started cycling last Monday at 30C (86F) and already started seeing nitrites ~5 ppm as of yesterday . I am following the "Add and Forget" method as described in this forum.

HTH

 

[waterdrop]

Yes, 84F/29C is an excellent fishless cycling temperature.