First Tank

[Rho0889]

Hey guys,

So I am pretty new to this and I was going to stick with artificial plants for awhile but I decided that I like the look of real plants much better. So I am looking for some advice on working with live plants. I have a 20g tank with a 15W full spectrum light. I plan on creating a community tank. I have a gravel bottom but I have no issues changing that up to a different substrate if that's recommended. Any advice would be great.

Thanks

 

[AfishIonado]

How heavily planted do you wanna go?

Most plants need 2-3 wpg so you may want to look into a new lighting system.. I have a 55 gal and I got a new set up for $60




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[Rho0889]

Not to cluttered but I want it too look nice. Now to upgrade do I just need a new bulb or do I need an entirely new hood?

 

[ManEatingShrimp]

Many plants are low light. 2-3 WPG is medium range. Anubias, java fern, darf sag, and wisteria are doing great in my 2 WPG 10 gallon and just as well in my 2.5 gallon that gets a small amount of natural light and 2-5 hours of cheap LED light depending how long I am at my desk. I also dose cheap petco fertilizers once every few weeks.

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[AfishIonado]

Is it the hood/light combo tht came with the tank?

I'm guessing your lighting fixture can only hold a 15 watt bulb.



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[Rho0889]

Yeah its the combo that came with the tank. I also have an old fixture from when my dad was in the hobby. I figure I'll just take it in to my LFS and have them let me know.

 

[AfishIonado]

Yea if it's the old fixture then you will have to buy a new fixture most likely


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