Driftwood, gravel or rocks might sometimes affect the water PH, GH etc, if they aren't inert.
Get the tank started with lots of plants. Get fast growers and fill her up. That'll help use up nutrients and keep algae in check. Once the tank is settled and you get the hang of how things are going, you can start swapping out some of the plants.
Get the tank started with lots of plants. Get fast growers and fill her up. That'll help use up nutrients and keep algae in check. Once the tank is settled and you get the hang of how things are going, you can start swapping out some of the plants.
