[GOT inc]

Hi

I have just closed down my 24 gallon marine deltec hqi aquarium it has a built in filter system and 150 watt halide in the hood i dont know if anyone has one of these or has seen them.

I am looking at going for a planted aquarium but really do not know where to start...

the tank has

150 watt 13,000k bulb
2 x return pumps from filter which can pump every 10 secs to 5 mins
i have brought a sera internal tablet co2 thing which i was told was really good for plants ??


what do i need to change , buy etc

also i like the idea of mouth brooders any thoughts on species would be great as i have said before total newbie always kept marines

thank you for any help

 

[Tex Gal]

Welcome to APC!

I think a good place for you to start is some basic reading. Here are some great sites for that.
http://www.aquatic-plants.org/articles/basics/pages/index.html
http://beginneraquarist.petfish.net/Beginner%20Aquarist/Home.html
http://www.rexgrigg.com/

 

[dj2606]

wow alot of light!

1. change the bulb plants really benefit in the 6500k - 10000k range

2. don't even bother with the tablets. If you don't have a budget i recommend a pressurized co2 setup ( initial setup will be about 160 for it if you shop around on ebay for tank and regulator ). However, if you do have a budget you could always go with the DIY method of co2 injection

3. what are your plans for fertilizing the plants?

 

[gravy9]

Welcome to the forum. The two folks above have given you the right advise for you to move forward.

Good Luck and welcome.

 

[JanS]

Welcome to APC!

I would go ahead and ask your specific questions in the beginners forum and you'll get lots of helpful advice.

 

[trenac]

Great to have you aboard... :welcome:to APC!

 

[GOT inc]

Hi

Thank you for all your advice i will try the other lobby