Gravel Vac and Plants

jinchi

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Jul 11, 2009
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Hi everybody,

I was curious as to how you guys use a gravel vac in your planted tanks, or even do you use one.

My though is that you would disturb your plants, but how do you accomplish the task of cleaning your gravel without disrupting the placement of your plants.

thank you,

J
 
I siphon around my plants. There is a significant mulm buildup under the substrate but that is good for plants. In my tank with a HM carpet I just hover the siphon over the plants to get the big chunks.
 
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