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Second hand Eco-Complete?

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#1 ·
Hi, i have someone selling me used eco-complete, it has been used for about a year mixed with some Shultz aquatic plant soil.

Is it safe to use 2nd hand substrate? how long do nutrients stay in the substrate?

Are there things i can do to make sure everything is safe and clean?

I am planting Eleocharis Parvulus.

Thanks,
Ken
 
Discussion starter · #5 ·
Thanks for the replies, but now you guys got me confused.
i've been getting replies of good and bad.. heres what i've found out

Pro: Price, mulm from previous tank, good bacteria has been built.

Con: Not all black (mixed with schultz soil), possible nutrient deficiency, possible snails.

I was thinking since hairgrass isnt a really hard plant to grow, so it should be ok?
If i am paranoid about the nutrients, is there a soil/fertilizer that i can layer inside the substrate? will this help out with the nutrient problem? (if there is one)

Thanks for helping me out so far.
Ken
 
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