DON'T START A PLANTED TANK WITHOUT WATCHING THIS! (Everything I Have Learnt in 6 Years)

[@MDFishTanks]

👇👇MD MERCH CLICK HERE👇👇: FULL SHOP: md-fish-tanks.creator-spring.com In this video I hope to give you guidance on how to grow you plants, what equipment works, how to stop algae and how to get your aquarium thriving as soon as possible. 0:00 Intro 1:21 Lighting 14:01 Substrate 22:23 CO2 26:58 Planting 30:35 Floating Plants 35:00 Fertilizers 38:06 Water Parameters 43:28 Filtration 47:20 Water Changes 49:31 Water Testing 50:36 Stocking Levels 54:19 Fish In Cycle 56:50 Clean Up Crew Equipment (all links affiliate): LOMINIE GOOSENECK SPOTLIGHT: US amzn.to/4cTQI1q UK amzn.to/3LiVERG LED FLOODLIGHTS: US amzn.to/3m3cEz9 UK amzn.to/3orIdRv GOOD BUDGET LIGHT: US amzn.to/2MDfjk1 UK amzn.to/3iYlfQQ SMALL HANG ON BACK FILTER: US amzn.to/2Mw63OO UK amzn.to/39rx3b5 NANO INTERNAL FILTER: US amzn.to/3oxGBWm UK CANISTER FILTER: US amzn.to/3iNeVtW UK amzn.to/2Fo774a amzn.to/2IlwLVA UK amzn.to/2LNat13 MINI WATER PUMP: US amzn.to/2oAmf5y UK amzn.to/2mjHDez TANKS: US amzn.to/2SOocHG UK amzn.to/2SPA24i STRIP LED LIGHT: US (similar) amzn.to/2SNgbm7 UK amzn.to/2Fn9aW1 ASTA LED LIGHT: US amzn.to/3k9EmpY UK amzn.to/3p5XUPY AQUARIUM RACKING: Shelving: US amzn.to/2SrYZ5k UK amzn.to/2GFWKJ2 AIRPUMP (FILTER SYSTEM): US amzn.to/31z8FA9 UK amzn.to/37GIoUa FILTER SPONGES: US amzn.to/3dQLUfM UK amzn.to/3dS2k7K MEDIA BAGS: US amzn.to/34Kaf2N UK amzn.to/3lAj3z1 STAINLESS LILY PIPES: US amzn.to/2FqHpvR UK amzn.to/2RlfrnC BOWL AQUARIUMS: US amzn.to/2M4FwFO UK: amzn.to/2Vx73CL API® products Subscribe to API on KZbin: kzbin.info USA consumers purchase API products on Amazon: www.amazon.com/stores/page/2193F555-CE5F-4A6B-BDC4-F315CB7F175D?channel=MDTanks UK consumers purchase API products on Amazon: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/page/25663644-6C8C-432C-9E6A-0A85082C3E3C AQUARIAN® products Follow AQUARIAN on KZbin: kzbin.info/door/NxaNWKoWr_ztSgXgPj9r8A Purchase AQUARIAN products here: aquarian.co.uk/where-to-buy/ AWESOME MEMBERSHIP COMMUNITY kzbin.info/door/3uQXzXSPspf2LoGdtYGiHwjoin FOLLOW MY INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/md_fishtanks/ FOR BUSINESS ENQUIRIES: [e-mail] #plantedtank #aquascape #mdfishtanks

[@patricknitro4581]

Can those plants live in tropial country ?

[@PaulZyCZ]

38:00 - pH is just acidity (but it can be relevant, for wild-caught fish for example). Water hardness or dGh refers usually to several different minerals, mostly "calcium and magnesium carbonates, bicarbonates and sulfates". TDS meter says even less, because it measures conductivity (demineralized or distilled water is insulant). Kitchen salt for example raises conductivity, but not the hardness. Other thing is the water can be like a cave water, but not containing enough Calcium or Magnesium. That can be issue with plants, but it's bigger issue with shrimp, scuds or other animals and there are other things to consider (Nitrates and Phosphates in the tap water). Interestingly in hi-tech tanks water turns soft and slightly acidic, because plants use all the nutrients fast and CO_2 acts like a weak acid.

[@reptiles4ever679]

it isnt your water, its your methods pure and simple. i have several tanks in my unit atm. all using your methods. never a issue here in bc Canada haha my upstairs roommate however, who does no research at all, his tanks should be condemned hahaha same water, different ppl. different methods and believes towards the hobby. not everyone cares as much as they should about there animals. fish or not. dont let others neglect dictate how your doing in this hobby man, much love from Canada!!

[@9894681951]

Is there a preferred site in the uk to get plants for the tanks?

[@durst101]

Video 62 of asking for a tank with some freshwater dolphinfish please.

[@HBrsz]

I can only imagine the editing you had to do for this video. It's by far the most informative video I've seen💯

[@MDFishTanks]

Was much easier than a build video as I can just talk and I feel confident in the subject matter so can just keep flowing with dialogue. Thank you for noticing though 😊

[@LetThereBeCode.]

I don’t usually comment, but I have to say, this video is pure gold, very informative, helpful, and incredibly well done. You always keep things clear and straightforward. Much respect to you from KSA! 👏🏻

[@ClaytonO-fish4life]

Canadian over here. Just want to say thank you for the last few years. I do exactly what you’ve just spoke about. Just without the wonderful artistic planting. My tanks are almost self sufficient, but do not look as amazing as yours! Much love from Canada.

[@AudreyCooper-n4k]

Yay, I remember watching a video years ago where you talked about keeping your plants healthy and thriving. I’m so glad you made another! I know for me the longer I’m in the hobby the more I learn and evolve. Every new tank I set up I incorporate all that I’ve learned and I can see the difference with each one. That’s why I love this hobby, so much to learn ❤

[@Thomas-lr5kw]

He has indeed come a long way since his papertowel slapping days back in his backyardshed😊

[@ashleyduhface]

Can't agree more that if you start off right it's addicting. Using your techniques I started my first tank and now I'm on my 8th. Love the hobby. Thanks for the great videos!

[@samosborne4403]

I'm at my 8th too with 4 more on the way :D I'm now building the tanks from scratch and built a floor to ceiling 'cabinet' in the living room they are filling in. I still only use small bubble filters and internal pumps as I feel they're enough - only problem is I usually want the water flow at the front of the tank which makes it harder to hide than a canister pipe. What styles have you been creating?

[@sascha2840]

Hey MD great Video, this helps a lot for people who got in to aquaristik 👍 Did you notice at 21:14 min a fish almost jumped out of the Tank?😱

[@MDFishTanks]

Wow. It's because I never stand there and they were waiting for food 😂. Well spotted.

[@sascha2840]

​@@MDFishTanks haha yes could be or he was like "i want to be in the video and say hi to everybody" 🐳

[@ziender]

Wow they really do jump out at the corners.

[@MrsBJPalmer]

@Sascha2840. Thanks for your comment, because I completely missed that little cutie! Wonder if you could train these little guys to jump thru hoops- on command, above the water?! Nah! You'd have a tank of "Rummy Nose" the next day!😅

[@puneet_scaper]

Great video Mr. MD. I use to have lots of ramshorn snails in my tank & not a hint of algae. I removed all of them due to lack of knowledge as I considered them pest. It drastically affected balance of my tank. Learnt it the hard way.

[@haitch04]

I kept fish a long time up in the Yorkshire Pennines, lovely soft pure water, then I retired to the East Coast and after 50 years had to start learning again. Yes I can keep fish and plants but it can be tricky. Nice video.

[@allanziegenbalgxc4514]

Hi MD i am from india i have been following you for a long time your are one of the reason for my interest in Planted tanks keep doing this amazing work ❤

[@mielvidamo]

I just want to share this. I have a plan right now to set up a new aquarium and since my budget is not that big, I planned to not do it anymore but I already have the driftwoods and stuff. But no aquarium yet. After watching this content the hype goes back and I want to set it up right now HAHAHA! Thank you very much for your insights!

[@gidgitvonlarue9972]

I don't have the money for my own water test kit - but where I bought my aquarium and plants from - do a free water test! How cool is that!

[@clementbellande8720]

Thank you so much ! Cheers from France. My 720l tank is starting to become really nice, thx for tips and above all, inspiration ❤❤❤

[@alexanderwilliams6377]

MD START YOUR OWN LINE OF AQUA SOILLLLL

[@bryanssongalone8483]

🎉 Had aquariums all my life.Started my first full planted aquarium a month or more ago. Went with gravel.Its doing very well.Plants are healthy and growing .Its nice you tell people ways to go without spending a ton of money.Great video!

[@devilineden727]

I have ADHD, however I could sit through this whole video. Lovely source of information.

[@bradleydishner9698]

Same... I also used to ride a repsol 600😂. Adhd minds think alike

[@hcr32slider]

Because you're hyperfocused on aquariums lol

[@neilcawley2159]

Well done MD you are being fish keeping to the millions my tanks are MD style and are all doing so well if I could upload pics I would. Keep the videos coming mate.

[@mikefoster5045]

As usual a brilliant video MD. I started out in the hobby 12 months ago and I am hooked and that is mainly down to your fantastic videos and advice.

[@rae3043]

Love this, just got some pennywort and bulbitis today, so this video came out at the perfect time! I've been watching you since before I had the opportunity to even have tanks, and youre the reason I have been so successful in the hobby, thank you MD! ❤

[@davidchadwick7414]

Have now watched this I think this is a great video for people that want to get and are involved in the hobby Very informative and I follow the way MD sets up his tanks which works for me Keep up the good work

[@awakeandalive2333]

Thanks MD for all you have done, and keep doing for the Hobby! Learned so much!!!

[@1369karlos]

I've had a 60cm tank for about 5 years with just gravel and root tabs and the plants grow well, but I'm looking forward to setting up my new tank using your substrate system.

[@1369karlos]

Great video, by the way 👍

[@doloresmanning9619]

I love snails and they are fun to watch. Rams Horn snails are great.

[@AkbarZeb-p6f]

I like mystery snails in particular, it's fun when they rasp your hands.

[@AmandaStein-l5w]

really enjoy seeing the tanks when they're not at their best! The info on what you do about it, how long to wait and let it sort itself out, what phases to expect etc. Very interesting

[@steverees1936]

Hey MD thanks for this informative video. I'm looking to build my first tank in over 25 years since I gave up the hobby. I've moved around lots in that time but now settled in Northern Ireland. I've decided on starting with the Juwel Rio 180 in the hallway and want to create an Asian themed tank. I'm going to document the complete build on Tiktok and hopefully continue on a small scale. Love watching your channel so keep up the excellent work.

[@kovacslaci8354]

HI! This is one of the far best video you have evere done. Actually the most informativ.

[@awakeandalive2333]

MD! You had an Orange Fish Jump about 3 inches out of the water at 21:15, right next to your right elbow! Wow!

[@tree.65]

Thanks so much for this video! Very informative. I watch your videos all the time and really appreciate you putting this together to answer all of our questions.

[@rufusjean-baptiste]

I've got a 15gallon cube with a 14watt hyggar clip on light the plants aren't dying but growing slowly so i started adding liquid ferts now im noticing that im starting to get some hair algea and a couple spots of bba nothing crazy but listening to you md im goong to hold off the ferts for a while snd let the tank balance itself out i currently have 5 small nirite snails 6 harliquin rasbora one pleco and a handful of ramshorn and pond snails hopping everything works out tha ks for your wonderful content

[@GayForFritoLay]

Hey MD. I'm in the US and cannot for the life of me find or understand the US equivalent of Colombo Nutri Base or Mano Base. I'm trying to find the right balance between a high-tech setup with an organic potting soil/dirted substrate base and want to find the Nutri Base equivalent for a cap between soil and decorative substrate. Why use Nutri Base and what should I look for if I can't find the exact brand?

[@racereadypowerhouse]

Us Canadians struggle too 😩

[@Revenance115]

Need an answer for us solutions

[@jodip719]

ADA power sand. Spendy, but you can get it on aqua forest aquarium.

[@robdavis3274]

@@jodip719 agreed, i love ADA power sand with an inert cap

[@stephensnyder1334]

Aquazen Nutrient Base Substrate found on Petco

[@alexhutch503]

I think it would be great to give my own timeline. 3 years ago I put a loose bag of soil in a tank and ruined it. Then I mesh bagged the soil in the next tank. I used the cheapest and easiest stem plants. I added grass (died). 5 tanks later I’ve got the most beautiful planted tanks. A cube for shrimp FULL of epiphytes on spider wood and an amazing 2 foot tank. It took me 2 years to settle in the cube. It was empty and a piece of wood. I bought soil, plants. My 2 foot had co2 and it grew in very nicely until co2 ran out, now it is fine and where I like it. 3-5 years is a great time! If you want to rescape every month.. bad news

[@tomdelisle8955]

Thanks for keeping things simple. When starting out I heard that fertilizing my plants to get them growing would cut down on the algae. Seemed not to make sense but worked great, especially after I starting using root tabs.

[@johnqpublic9238]

Excellent job of explaining the process. Loved this video.

[@darrylm92]

WOW, you see that at 21:15? MD almost lost a fish! Thanks MD for the video, it has been very helpful as to why I cannot grow plants the way I want to. Well, I also have a weather loach that loves to pull them all up. I think he likes floating plants better

[@stevesmith6022]

I’m just about to set up my first open top planted tank and this video has been an inspiration thank you so much M D absolutely brilliant mate best channel on KZbin…⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@johndell9733]

Great video. I really enjoy your content and how you present your information. I have seen in several of your other videos about how you leave on your lights for 10, 12 maybe 14 hours a day. Do you always start with this length and adjust the intensity of the light. For example, you have the light on for 12 hours at 60% intensity. Leave it like that for two weeks and if you don’t see algae you bump up the intensity by 5/10 % and repeat? On the other hand, if you see a ton of algae after two weeks, you lower the intensity by 5/10%? Bottom line - Don’t mess with the light duration and focus on adjusting the intensity … is this the correct approach? Thank you for the video and keep up the great content!

[@danieljaewebb]

Good point about certain plants just not working in some water - I have a real issue growing bolbitis, yet I keep trying... I should probably give up!

[@MDFishTanks]

For me, bolbitis and java ferns tend to die off and only the new growth looks good, so can take a month or two to really get going

[@PaulZyCZ]

There's one slightly expensive option: Mix your own water from RO water and mineral mixes (for example Seachem makes them). I never tried it, but I'm considering it for some plants.

[@bignubles]

Ya my bane is bucephalandra, its my first plant to truly rot, not just melt back but rotting to a mush even the rhyzome/roots

[@danieljaewebb]

@@MDFishTanks Maybe I'll leave it in the tank for now... given it a few months. I normally take it out when it goes black! I should have more patience.

[@MyloSurber]

Its always a good day when MD drops a video Thank you for all youve taught me about this hobby in the last year of being in it.

[@Doktracy]

Your newer tanks have been amazing!

[@AkbarZeb-p6f]

A decent way to keep diggers out of the nutrient substrate is to cap it with 1cm or 2 of sand then put some "eggcrate" on that & pile the rest of the sand on top. If you put the eggcrate directly on the dirt layer, chances are, the movement of the fish hitting it may still kick up dirt into the water, so the sand layer gives it a little more flex room.

[@captaincef]

This was such a comprehensive video and your experiences are invaluable! And you're very pleasant to listen to :) Thank you for these videos! Your tanks look amazing!

[@bradleydishner9698]

Love these videos. Try a bioactive lizard terrarium if you like challenges. Balancing 3 types of lighting, misting systems, live plant care, clean up crew bugs, etc. Im doing a vampire crab paludatium next. Id like to see your take on something like that.

[@ssreenavin]

Thank you for breaking it down for us. This is gold!

[@amral-khateeb407]

Stunning studio

[@deanos1966]

Masterclass video. Thanks for this.

[@danbrown8979]

Great vid! BTW, You probably already know this but, If you want to show the changes in lighting intensity on camera, set the camera for manual exposure, no auto exposure setups such as aperture and/or shutterspeed priority or auto iso. Set tghe camera in manual exposure mode then set the aperture, SS and ISO manually and then change the actual light level on the aquarium light. This will show the changes because the camera will not adjust accordingly.

[@MDFishTanks]

Yeah, I only use manual mate. Aquariums are just hard in general as you have such bright lights above and then can make everything below dark if you expose for the light brightness. Not to hard but though it was worth mentioning

[@danbrown8979]

@@MDFishTanks Humm? You mentioned that the camera "adjusts" to the lighting intensity changes. It shouldn't do that if every setting is truly in manual. I guess I just don't understand your settings. Keep up the great vids!

[@nikjohnsson16]

Something I've come to see with hard water is that it makes it tougher to run tanks without water changes. The phosphates and other minerals accumulate if you're just topping it off. For me, it's led to black beard algae issues. Phosphates aren't talked about enough. I'd love to see API include the test in their master test kit.

[@Chompchompyerded]

So much knowledge in this video! Thanks. I think most people will be able to learn something from this.

[@edwardwiddup]

Mate, this get lost in the comments but that was excellent. Your Ted talk moment buddy

[@Mattcc3]

Hey MD can you make another shrimp tank build. 20 gallon cube loaded with plants and bucephalandra. Love the shrimp videos. Your shrimp videos are what got me into the hobby again back when I first started watching you.

[@miniscenesgb]

great video. still watching - yes sump filter. that's what I have on my Cleair. it is easy and actually fun being able to see what's going on in it - especially as I keep ending up with baby fish looking at me when I open the door lol

[@MoondyneJoe]

Great video MD thank you for all your effort, you might find it necessary to put a lid on the tank at time frame 21m14s that fish nearly jumped out of the tank near your right elbow! Tony from Rural Western Australia 🇦🇺 🦘

[@brentpearce1516]

The Puffer tank is beautiful!

[@PatrickCulbert-Hall]

Great video been watching you for ages and thanks to you have a amazing planted tank.

[@kbbtt]

CANT WAIT FOR YOUR NEXT VIDEO GETTING A FULL-FLEDGED CO2 TANK THANK YOU :)

[@laszloszocs7477]

great vid keep it up MD loyal folower since i think ever i learned alot from you too but its amazing to see your progress and the engergy you have keep going strong amazing fishtanks :D

[@grassnake7122]

Just want to know, on a new planted tank, when should I fertilize and how often, great video 👍

[@sylvio1966]

MD, this video is a beautiful production, editing and content rated 10. You didn't include the soil link, I was curious to know what you use. 21:15 in the edition, did you see one of the residents come to do acrobatics for the video? Fantastic.

[@PaulZyCZ]

29:00 - very good point, esp. with the low-tech approach (no CO_2 injections to supercharge plant growth) there is always some plant which should be growing, yet it doesn't. For me Staugyrone Repens doesn't grow at all, despite being "Easy", Pearlweed grows slowly w/o CO_2, but Rotalla Walichi grows at normal speed, despite being "Difficult". Sometimes the plant just needs to be moved to a different tank.

[@jonisolis9645]

Snails and floating plants always help a new tank!

[@thedon1262]

Hey MD you adviced me about a year ago to try out the pond soil and normal soil mix and it worked perfectly fine! i would love to share you some pictures from my tanks :D also i want to say i dont think you need to do more waterchanges more often becouse of the minirals, becouse you have open setup what require fill ups regulair so you always have some extra minerals. also harder water is better water, becouse its free potential co2. the procesess in the substrate you was telling about, what is causing co2, is also making the water more acidic, and the H+ reacts with the hard water to also form even more co2 ;D my next set up is gonna be an 300l aquarium and im gonna put all sorts of ingredients in it beside the soils for the plants to grow in! i have to redo all my aquariums becouse of planaria :(

[@hymelgain]

Brother make a hitech plant aquarium using flood LED lights . ❤❤❤❤❤

[@MDFishTanks]

I've added to the list. coming soon

[@hymelgain]

@MDFishTanks ooooo super . Thank you brother ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@Drako100portista]

Fantastic! Thank you for all! Hugs from Portugal!

[@scotteaton4868]

Great video. Quick explanation on the pH to clear it up. Water hardness and TDS has little effect on plants. Its the high pH caused by calcium and the resulting carbonates that causes high pH. High KH is detrimental to plants . You can have high hardness and yet moderate pH based on other factors. However, you are fooling yourself thinking your 8 2 tap like I have isn't an issue. I constantly figh with beginners to get their starter tank to a pH of 7 and ignore other factors. MD admitted his Mbuna tank is in the mid 7s, and that's miles away from 8 to 8 2 I hear they prefer.

[@MumenRider78]

It would've been good if you covered emmersed growth as part of this

[@MDFishTanks]

@@MumenRider78 yeah I kind of forgot about it as I just stick a plant in and leave it 😂

[@rjd9761]

21:14 😮 holy mbuna!! Almost jump out of the tank 😅

[@schmusland]

Came to the comments to see if anyone else noticed that!

[@ReyStexen00]

@@schmuslandsame😂

[@stewarttaylor423]

21.10 in and a fish is trying to escape 😅

[@MDFishTanks]

I know right!!! spend all that time and money on the tank and it wants to leave! It's because I never stand there and they were waiting for food 😂. Well spotted.

[@Tokyomodeldetective]

Awesome video mate! As a beginner! This helps so much

[@timkelly7636]

This video helps me so much. Thank you MD

[@omarbakir3423]

Great Video, so much wisdom. So much useful information

[@stephenford-x1s]

Hi MD great video. Would you do a video making a new set up from start . But doing it with no plants from your other tanks that are all ready growing well . Because the tank will work straight away . But plants from a shop and show how it goes over time . Would be nice to see someone showing a new set up from the start . And how it grows over time and the problems that can happen too.

[@Upuetasi7]

Excellent Video as always. thank you once again.

[@remcobazuin872]

Great stuff. Loads of good info.

[@AmirSadeghiEmamgholi]

Thank you for sharing the valuable tips! Amazing video as always. I have a question. I cannot grow floaters. The only tank that I can grow duckweed in is a 10 gallon sponge filter tank. Since all the other tanks are significantly bigger they all run cansiter and I thought it might be the surface flow that kills the floaters. What is it really?

[@ByTrim]

Really helpful! How many hours a day would you recommend for lighting with a brand new planted tank ? No co2 Would you start with less hours and up it over time ?

[@user-bj9nw5wf5n]

RGB thingimibobs 😂 This is how we can tell that MD doesn’t worry about expensive equipment or advanced techniques, he just wants to enjoy the hobby.

[@david_mccarthy876]

21:15 who new MD is a fish charmer or maybe is just training his fish to fly 😂

[@nfernando24]

Great video MDFishTanks ❤ What is your water GH & KH ?

[@mikeflaherty1232]

Very informative video. BTW how is Timmy?

[@gidgitvonlarue9972]

MD - can you do a question time video? I did the substraight, soil then sand. Did everything you do - but once I fill the tank some of the plants keep floating up - even though I bought those long tweezers etc - push them right down into the sub -straight - some just float out of the ground?

[@mithunsarkar_aetherlepton]

what I learnt in 13 years, the most important thing is TEMPRATURE. Love from India.

[@funnysods]

Just one question, what plants can grow on wood and which ones can't?. I've actually just asked the same question on one of your earlier videos.

[@andyd834]

I did a zero filter,flow tank. My problem was mosquito larvae. Solved it with an aggressive guppy lol.

[@bm3aquatic]

I have liquid rock water from a well. Lots of issues with algae, local ponds and waterways same issues.

[@tamasfekete7302]

Hello MD! Great, informative video as always! I was wondering if you’ve ever tested the Lominie WiFi controller. Seeing how well these lights perform in your videos, I’m considering getting one. However, the reviews on the WiFi controller, which is sold separately, are quite negative. Thanks in advance for your response!

[@shanecongo1855]

I think it would be a basalt not easiest thing to find but at least you know what to search for.

[@grant5293]

FYI, if you pre-cycle a tank (fully cycle it before turning the light on) then there is no diatom algae phase.

[@icarlsw34]

Are you doing this with plants in it or are you adding them later?

[@rettag2020]

MD, or anyone else in here, have you ever used a submersible light? I just ordered a couple of Hygger submersibles.

[@rethinkdaily9321]

What do you do with dead fish, and the snails and shrimp that die? With larger fish I assume you remove, but what about small things? Do you leave them?

[@icarlsw34]

What about emmersive plants? Do they help or hinder plants in the water?

[@craigquinn8225]

21.15 mbuna jumped out of water, but landed back in again md didn't notice lol

[@AkbarZeb-p6f]

I do dirted tanks with that 4" of dirt & sand substrate 😅 In my first tank, I wanted to see all of the layers & how they change over time, as well as the pond critters that would emerge as it cycled. But the rest of my tanks are also dirt-plated (except 1 betta tank because he's a digger) with the dirt mounded up in back & pulled away from the sides (1") so that just the sand is visible. I know lots of people don't want to see the dirt layer, but can we talk about aquasoil looking just as out of place & equally messy too (unless carpeting plants are hiding it).

[@HumbugMisfit]

Is it acceptable to use wood from coniferous trees in a fish tank? I’ve seen some debate about this and it’s unclear to me. I see it a lot in natural fish bearing streams here in the Pacific Northwest, so I’m very curious.

[@globalist1990]

A sump system of some kind is perfect and it can be made cheap.

[@duncanedwards6158]

Again a super video thanks again

[@mrTjstephens1]

I watch you and Father Fish and the basics are all the same. except for father fish's resurrection jars those are something I'm interested in trying.

[@KifKroker]

the thing with magic water is .. its magic you cant measure it... it's just skill. my skill is growing algea, everywhere. even floating plants die on my tank...

[@AkbarZeb-p6f]

Oh yeah, I'm over here in the US with liquid rock & these methods work perfectly fine here as well. Calcium rocks = hard water, botanicals = soft water. Mine's a little too hard for my neocaridina shrimp, straight up, so I keep them in tanks with 3-4 oak or catappa leaves at any given time, just to lower the ph .5-1 degree.

[@yosoyepi]

amaizing job!!

[@hansdenessen5250]

really love your content.

[@sancraft1]

I would like to see you a dirted tank with a food web.