How many WPG would you recommend for this:

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First of all, here's what Im working on:

55g Mbuna tank (yes i know they are typically rough on plants)
4wpg
pressurized CO2
glosso, amazon swords, anacharis, corkscrew val
Average substrate depth 1.5" (planning on Flourite w/ a thin layer of pea gravel to help hold everything in place)


Considering the plants I am going to have, here's my question: 3wpg? 4wpg? Or what? What WPG would you guys recommend? I currently have a 2x55w BrightKit and a 1x96w BrightKit, but Im not sure what all I wanna install in my hood that I made. So, I could have up to 4wpg, which I thought I may need in order to keep the Glosso looking nice and "carpety." However, Im scared of frying my other plants, and scared of algae takeover. What other things should I take into consideration here, and what should I aim my WPG at? Thx all
 
4 WPG would be great for the glosso, but the amazon swords, val, and anacharis don't need that much light. The amazons and vals will do just fine with 3 wpg, and the anacharis won't really need nearly that much. The glosso will grow tall rather than spread out if you have lower light, but 3 WPG is sufficient for them though. If you have 3 or 4 wpg, you will have to set up a CO2 system as well. Well, since you already have both kits I suppose you should just go for the 4 WPG. :)
 
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