Hmm...Yeah, I left a lot out now that I read your post. hehe.
I just got the CO2 setup, and really didn't know what I was doing, but I will see if I can figure how to bump the BPS to maybe 2-3. I have a Milwaukee PH controller, but it seems my PH is always so low (6.0 - 6.3) and I assume from the amount of wood I have in there. But none-the less, I like your idea of it on a timer. Any suggestions on that one??
Hadn't got a checker yet but suppose I need to find one. ANy suggestions?
My plants were basically in bad shape and I really just got the wattage bumped on it to an acceptable level. My lights were inadequate so I bought the 2 (used) fixtures that now have an additional 4x96w which is what got me into the high range of lighting. So it's basically from the beginning. Most of my plants are still small and can hardly be seen in the pics. Maybe some closer ups would help.
Right now I dose Flourish Supplement and will be starting the PMDD routine as soon as my ferts arrive in the mail.
For floating plants, all I have right now is the dreaded duckweed. Not by choice, it came as a rider on another plant. hehe. I need to check into a more non-invasive floating plant to put in there. I will see if I can locate any of the ones you mentioned.
I seem so lost in the planted tank huh??? lol Thanks for your responses by the way