As SJ2K says, there is a good pinned topic in the planted tank section for plants. How are you planning on cycling your tank? I presume that you know about cycling? I would strongly advise a fishless cycle, as they are quicker, and also don't expose your fish to toxins while your filter starts to do its job. Below are links to some topics thet I thing you may find useful;
[topic="113861"]fishless cycling[/topic] recomended methord of cycling
[topic="171045"]weekly maintanance[/topic] well worth a read
[topic="22604"]pinned plants topic[/topic] the information you needed