Plants in SW Aquarium
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There are lots of options available, most of which are macroalgae. If you want a reef tank in the future, though, it can be near impossible to be rid of, so think about it carefully. There are also seagrasses available (true flowering plants), but they tend to present more of a challenge than macroalgae.
We just bought these peaces of LR and one of the reasons we did was that i had some nice Macro on it. Should I not keep this rock in the display tank because it will spread to fast? if I put it in my fuge wont it get into the display since there connected?
Here is a picture of the rocks.
Here is a picture of the rocks.
While Halimeda can grow quickly, it can be controlled pretty easily. I should have clarified my statement in that I was primarily talking about Caulerpa species, though many others can get out of control if you allow them to.
I like halimedia, although it can 'go sexual' and pose issues. But it's pretty easy to keep from doing so...just trim it once a month or so. Mine's been growing pretty good lately, and it even planted a new stalk back behind my rock wall:
Keep in mind that it does require good calcium #s.
Keep in mind that it does require good calcium #s.
Honestly I suggest sea grass. It is really cool looking IMO swaying with the powerhead current. The only thing you have to be careful is to keep it trimmed up. It sends runners out under the sand and sprouts up in other places. Also my fish nibble on it during the day.
Wasn't sure if you were referring to me or not subliminal but...
Here is a quick shot.. I didn't compensate for fish movement etc as the grass was the focus..
