Staallion
20th July 2010, 01:15 PM
First of all, sorry about the rhyme...
On topic, I have heard a lot about the ADA range of souls and substrates, and the results they give.
I am in the process of ordering all the hardware for my new tank, and I need to make up my mind regarding the substrate...
I have worked out that i will need roughly 200L of substrate, and the ADA is going to cost one hell of a sum of money to use...
Is there anything wrong with using a base fert. such as laterite, and then using a fine (1-2mm) black gravel on top, coupled with quality liquid ferts?
I have seen awesome looking tanks done from both, but there doesnt seem to be a difinitive answer... From what I can gather, the ADA range is perfect if you wish to grow a dense carpet of say Glosso, which wont root well in a gravel substrate...
If someone could help me shed some light on this, and also suggest options for me, I would be appreciative.
Thanks in advance,
Luke.
On topic, I have heard a lot about the ADA range of souls and substrates, and the results they give.
I am in the process of ordering all the hardware for my new tank, and I need to make up my mind regarding the substrate...
I have worked out that i will need roughly 200L of substrate, and the ADA is going to cost one hell of a sum of money to use...
Is there anything wrong with using a base fert. such as laterite, and then using a fine (1-2mm) black gravel on top, coupled with quality liquid ferts?
I have seen awesome looking tanks done from both, but there doesnt seem to be a difinitive answer... From what I can gather, the ADA range is perfect if you wish to grow a dense carpet of say Glosso, which wont root well in a gravel substrate...
If someone could help me shed some light on this, and also suggest options for me, I would be appreciative.
Thanks in advance,
Luke.