Help with Amazon Sword

[Phyroath]

I have several sword plants in my tank for almost one year now. They were grown in pots from the fish store. I kept them in same pots in my old tank until recently planted directly into the gravel substrate in my new tank but growth has been slow and seems not to work - some of them melt with no new roots and soots from the rhizome. I heard that this plant should have its base rhizome covered (as originally covered with old filter media materials planted in pots). Is it correct to still cover the rhizome base when plant directly into the substrate? Apologize to post so many questions in different topics - hopefully you understand how we feel as a beginner.

[Bk828]

normally plants that have a great root structure like the swords need time to recoup from the change/disturbance, leafs will die off but in a few weeks you should see new growth..
Not sure if you should keep it in the wool just plant it right into the substrate, if your tank is cycled and been up for a while there are tons of nutrients for it in to get.

[Mgamer20o0]

yes cover it. also should take them out right away next time.

[Phyroath]

Thank you both for the advices. I now got most of the information I need to kick start with my new planted tank while keep emptying my pocket for this investment on my part. AC is a great site. Will never leave.

[Fishy_Fun]

AC is a great site. Will never leave.Glad to hear that.hope all goes well for your plants

[TheFanatic]

Root tabs might jump start the growth process...