One Light Or Two? Does It Make A Big Difference?

[jailawes]

Hello!

I've decided to use live plants for my new aquarium, and currently have a 18" 15W Aqua Glo. I have a spare light tube (same type) and was wondering if i added the 2nd light tube if it would make much difference to the plants. would it help it grow quicker? would it be better just the one?

Could some1 help please.

Many thanks

 

[Torrean]

two is better than one. Might want to search for the word kalvin (maybe kelvin) in the plants and planted tanks forum.

 

[George Farmer]

I've moved this to the planted forum where you'll get a better response.

Generally speaking the more light the better where growing plants are concerned. It can get more involved when a lot of lighting is used i.e. CO2 injection, fertilisation etc.

What size tank is it - 12G?

This should answer most questions - http/www.fishforums.net/index.php?showtopic=96754

 

[karlp]

It's worth adding a couple of reflectors as well to get the most from your lights if they've not already got them.