Lots Of Newbie Questions

[karigupi]

I've been looking at all the stunning planted tank pictures over the last few weeks & have decided to give it a go with a small 28ltr tank

In the past i've had lots of trouble with plants, I struggle to keep them planted, they come out & float around, then they usually die

I have sand, about an inch, any tips to help me get the plants to stay in there?

i've never used plant food & would prefer not to use CO2, are there any particularly recommended foods & how often do you feed?

I'm planning cherry shrimp in there with maybe a few smaller fish

Here it is this morning, one of my guppies has taken residence to keep the filter cycled

 

[lljdma06]

Welcome to Planted!

What is the wattage of the bulb? I'm also sending you a link to PARC

 

[karigupi]

Thank you, I had scanned the pinned info, but couldnt see anything about the actual planting, i'll have another look, see what I can find

The light is a twin lamp 18w, is this suitable?

 

[lljdma06]

Thank you, I had scanned the pinned info, but couldnt see anything about the actual planting, i'll have another look, see what I can find

The light is a twin lamp 18w, is this suitable?

Sounds like compact flourescents. They are not the best quality lights, but they get the job done. I have 24W over my 8g, and I don't consider it the best of lights.