So I have been using Excel as a carbon source in my 29 gallon planted tank. Part of the reason I have been using it is to help deal with Thread Algae which I have come to understand is in part due to fluctuating CO2 levels. My problem though is understanding the dising of the excel. I have tried the exact directions of both a large dose followed by every other day and a large dose followed by every day dosing. I have also tried double dosing the excel everyday.
As for ferts I currently keep those every limited. I use Dry KNO3, A Trace mix, and Fleet. I tend to watch the plants and change my dosing when I see deficinecies. Normally this is small pin holes in older leaves, so I up the KNO3 and follow suite with the other ferts to keep the ratios realatively intact. Also I have 96 watts of light, though it is spiral compacts which i know are less than efficient so the actual amount I am sure is much less.
I remove the thread algae often using a toothbrush and it tends to come back fairly quickly.
My excel dosing at the moment is erratic I guess due to my not understanding which way to dose it for best results. I do not mind sticking to something and am normally good at that but I just hope that someone can help start me on the right track.
CO2 gas isn't really an option for me due to the setup of my tank.
My fish stock is white cloud minnows, male platies, a bristlenose pleco and cory cats. The tank is moderatley stocked, by no means overstocked. The plant mass is moderate.
As for ferts I currently keep those every limited. I use Dry KNO3, A Trace mix, and Fleet. I tend to watch the plants and change my dosing when I see deficinecies. Normally this is small pin holes in older leaves, so I up the KNO3 and follow suite with the other ferts to keep the ratios realatively intact. Also I have 96 watts of light, though it is spiral compacts which i know are less than efficient so the actual amount I am sure is much less.
I remove the thread algae often using a toothbrush and it tends to come back fairly quickly.
My excel dosing at the moment is erratic I guess due to my not understanding which way to dose it for best results. I do not mind sticking to something and am normally good at that but I just hope that someone can help start me on the right track.
CO2 gas isn't really an option for me due to the setup of my tank.
My fish stock is white cloud minnows, male platies, a bristlenose pleco and cory cats. The tank is moderatley stocked, by no means overstocked. The plant mass is moderate.