Two questions: CO2 and Plants

Hi--best bet on the plants is in the For Sale forum here (or on other similar sites). Lots of good deals and I've been very pleased with those I have bought here.

Also, you can check the sponsor list on this site--a few sell plants.

Good luck,

-Roy

Ditto. The best plants I've found were here on this site. If you don't see one in the sale forum that you want, you find a member who has it and see if they can tell you where to get some (most times they'll give/sell you some themselves) . If there is an aquatic club in your area, join it.

CO2 into the sump could work if there is no surface agitation in it. Otherwise, you'll de-gas the sump of CO2 before anything gets to your tank. You could try a "DIY reactor" to go inline with a canister filter for better results and still a hidden system.

-Dave

This forum is the best place to buy from. You can get a starter package or find individual species from individuals. You'll never find the diverse selection anywhere that you will find here. Prices are good, shipping is cheap and usually portions are extremely generous.

Hi MonopolyBag,

I have used three sources for plants so far: LFS (three in my area typically have a good selection); the annual GSAS plant auction (local aquarium/fish clubs can be an excellent source of plants and information); and the APC "For Sale or Trade" forum on this site. I have been checking our sponsor, the Aqua Botanic site, but have not purchased there yet.

Awesome sounds good. I am getting into planted tanks more and am looking for specific species, well I will be soon, I have designs worked out that require specific plants.

And about CO2 in sump? I understand how you could lose it , any other ways to hide it?