So this project is several months down the line June hopefully. It's all hinging on renovating my 400 gal pond. I thought I would be able to at least move the rocks out but nope, its Michigan and we have had rain, 3 days of 60° weather then snow then rain then this morning more snow...... i am...

"In general, aquatic plants seem to do well in a variety of soils-clays or loam soils with some organic matter. Indeed, I haven't been able to find any major or consistent difference in plant growth in various ordinary soils. . . . In most instances, substrate fertilization appeared to be...

The Raleigh Aquarium Society is having a terrific workshop in March 2023 with great speakers and a shrimp judging contest. Attached is photo of speakers. I've been going to the RAS workshops for years to learn more and get inspired about aquarium keeping. It worked! For preparing my display...

Started a 10g Walstad tank a couple months ago. Got a compact sword, dwarf sag, and rotala that are doing well with lots of new growth. Even have some Monte Carlo that is starting to carpet. Recently added some red cherry shrimp. Fascinating little buggers to watch! I love how they swim in a...

I gave up on the idea of using an acrylic tank after the one I had ordered arrived with great big gash in the lower left hand corner. Have no idea how it got there. I assume it left the seller in usable condition. These things happen: But, it left me with a bucket full of plants and four...