Question on light

[Josh Q]

I am going to be setting up a 10 gallon that will be well planted and I was wondering if anyone uses those light bulbs that are narrow and long that screw in like regular household lights? If those work ok, what color(s) should I get to make the plants grow well? Thanks.

 

[Great Lakes]

Josh, Those bulbs are nice for viewing fish, but are inadequate for most plant growth. A flourescent strip light is what you are after. Readily available at most pet stores. Really great if you can get one with the two bulb option.