Top 10 LOW TECH Planted Aquarium Tips | MD Fish Tanks

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[@mybackup8696]

Can you start putting your videos on Rumble

[@Newtonturtle95]

My local fish shop have a zebra pleco in, I don’t have your Twitter so can’t reach out any other way, not sure how close you are to the shop location though, would love for you to respond so I can give you this info so we can see a zebra pleco on this channel

[@gabrielwatts5111]

I think your tanks look great and are amazing, but you have your lights on for to long.

[@raisinggoldfishonabudget7058]

I've got bacopa, jungle Val & hornwort started in a bog filter for my 110 gal stock tank I have goldfish in & they are growing like MAD cause of the ferts they get from the waist they put out, when I get enough of them grown out I'm going to start me a feeder GUPPY POND to feed my bigger fish with.👍

[@Annie.xx-xx]

Thank you for this amazing video

[@watchercrab0792]

If you have a timer, a little trick I learned is to give the light a 1 hour break in the middle of the day. This allows CO2 levels to rise because the plants aren't photosynthesizing as rapidly, plants can also take up nutrients from the water and substrate during this time to replenish their nutrient storage. The algae isn't getting light so its growth cycle is interrupted, when the lights come back on the plant has more CO2 and is ready to photosynthesize again

[@davidlillecrapp2960]

Interesting. . . I'm going away for 2 weeks (I have a friend coming by to feed the fish and water the plants of course) but I'll try it and I'll see how it looks when I get back.

[@HippieJohn]

Great tip for sure...I do the same thing...I actually have the lights on for 2 to 3 hours late morning and then an additional 5 to 6 hours from early to late evening..✌

[@betterdayz1660]

I'll give that a try

[@NickBaysingar]

I believe this method is often referred to as a "siesta." I have actually been meaning to try it out since so many people seem to have success with it.

[@patriciasinclair1463]

How cool, thank you for the tip!!

[@persuasivedino]

I love how obtainable you make the hobby. My tanks have gotten a lot better since I found your channel!

[@potatopotatoeOG]

I'm so scared to start a tank.. i wanna try one without fish and just have plants in water..I'm not sure where to start. Edit: hydroponics

[@Opeth614]

@@potatopotatoeOG Did you ever get started and how did it go?

[@treyb2919]

Your skin is so nice. Can we get a skincare vid lol

[@wonnielee3407]

Seriously...man's got really good skin!!! 👍

[@closetocreamy]

And a beard we need a beard video rn

[@nicoleouellette2694]

Lots of water and healthier/less greasy foods 😅

[@thesmartass]

As he said... He's got good water!

[@nrenexe]

Why do I see this on every vid

[@mariendeb]

Love what you say about EXPERIMENTING. So many people are afraid to do it 'wrong', we are a control society. Gardening taught me how I could let go and just try stuff. It actually gives much MORE fun.

[@sanjaymahato7138]

It costs money and time thats why people are afraid

[@Christian-ew4eg]

❤ Love your ATTITUDE . I REALLY NEED TO start growing my own chillies .

[@phamz413]

I feel like this has become my lifestyle. I am completely immersed in tanks.

[@MDFishTanks]

Weeeehalecum to my world 😁

[@aisukurimu9341]

Hey look, I'm the fish now..

[@williamhearn5690]

Sounds like a good size tank. I wouldn’t fit in my current 60l

[@vEGan1909]

@@williamhearn5690 😂

[@theresagreen7165]

Definitely a lifestyle.

[@Wildernessoutside]

just come at the perfect time as im just about to tip my toe into the world of planted tanks

[@nicholasgiles500]

Tip toe no. All in boyo!

[@vividnaturebyChris]

Same

[@MDFishTanks]

@@nicholasgiles500 exactly. All or nothing!! 💯

[@Wildernessoutside]

@@vividnaturebyChris shouldn't you be sorting Chelsea out lol

[@vividnaturebyChris]

@@Wildernessoutside watch me 🤣

[@muumipeik0w026]

I've definately said it before but when I was trying to get into fishkeeping, MD was the one who made it possible for me! I was going straight in with planted tanks and ive used my lights for 12 hours since the beginning :) Wouldnt be doing this well without ya, man

[@22ajudd]

Same dude. MD made me not afraid to just jump in and full send

[@maeveflores]

Agree. I now have 3 tanks. So glad MD was my 1st video. I really like the simplist, no BS approach. I live in Australia and products are more expensive. Just enjoy watcing MD.

[@Akira-wo7pl]

@@maeveflores yea stuffs so expensive here in Australia

[@cammed_3839]

“Welcome back to MD fish tanks I’m MD and these are my fish tanks “ who misses that intro ??

[@77slate]

Whhellcome

[@MDFishTanks]

Next vlog...its back ;)

[@annalee7403]

@@MDFishTanks Yay 😊

[@Marybean96]

I started a new tank last week-I’m a new hobbyist but have been watching you for years! I broke out my notebook and started taking notes on everything I can! I have a 15 gallon fluval flex with dwarf hair grass, Java fern, ludiwigia, pearl weed, and dwarfwater lettuce. In there I have 6 rasbora hetermorpha (supposedly super hardy) to help me do a gentle fish-in cycle. I’m still learning about fertilizer, but I dose Seachem Flourish once a week, and feed my fish every other day. I’m thinking I need to get some root tabs! Still playing with lighting too.. I’ve been using the low to medium setting and doing longer hours. No algae yet, and I think my fish appreciate not being blinded. I think my fish also feel more comfortable with slightly softer lighting as well.

[@XenomorphRebellion]

By far my favorite aquatic channel. You’re both personable and knowledgeable, and your friendliness doesn’t feel forced or uncomfortable. Thanks for the info and enjoyable content! 🥰

[@stevencarson2200]

After watching your vids, I finally took the plunge and got a low tech tank up and running! Neons, embers, corydoras julii, blue dream shrimp, nerites, a few unintentional bladder snails and assassins to keep them in check! Thank you for your passion and inspiration!

[@MDFishTanks]

That's awesome! :D

[@tristambre632]

Tbh I do usualy put your videos in the back each time I do my tanks maintenance .. xD

[@MDFishTanks]

yiiiiisssss 😁

[@arvinstarvin5929]

Totally agree with everything you said, MD! For me, a hobby is just a hobby. You just have to equip yourself with everything, knowledge-wise. After all, every tank is different. A hobby should be fun, it shouldn’t feel like a chore.

[@jorgerodrigues2527]

I am so addicted to this hobby because of you man! I'm currently building my second tank. I've learned a lot with your videos as well! Keep doing this great job! Greetings from Portugal 🇵🇹

[@ianrawlings2546]

Wow, I have just realised that I've watched 12 hours of KZbin aquarium videos (the sun just came up), and this was by far the best. I've been looking for clear information about setting up a planted tank, but I didn't expect to find such a well presented set of principles. My fish and I Thank you very much.

[@id.unknown1283]

Red plants need extra iron to stay red. I learned a trick from a man from Taiwan who use tiny bits of old iron nails place under the plants that needed the extra iron. The trick works and it save on having to dose with a iron supplement

[@carterdavis2793]

Few other pointers: if you have a nano tank especially, consistency is key (water temperature, lighting, water changes) because there is much less room for error with less water. When I started off I had such a had time keeping my 10 gallon tanks consistent temperatures in the winter here causing my shrimp population to stunt. When I moved to a 20 gallon things got much easier because everything happens more gradually

[@angiebear8727]

The best thing about this hobby is you’ll never know everything. Always something to learn. Love that

[@simonrubio9066]

The aesthetic for ur whole fish room is something I want to achieve love your chanel

[@jadenfoxx9159]

At 4:45 thanks for putting the warning about burning things if you cover your lights. Most people just don't realize or think about the fact that lights also produce heat

[@tommie6186]

I have comet goldfish so I usually hafta water change weekly for best water quality and try to maintenance when I do that. I only have two tanks, both planted, but my goldie tank takes the most attention. Still trying to make the plants happl lol but I'm getting there!!

[@crittobobby]

Started the video doing f**k all; finished the video doing a 50% water change and plant trimming session in my tank 🤔 the part regarding popping one of your videos while doing maintenance was definitely spot on!

[@davidlee8406]

"It's a life Style!" -- Love that passion!

[@riektherocker6837]

Just a thought here: The problem with underdosing fertilizer is that algae can utilize single nutrients where plants need nitrogen, potassium AND phosfor. underdosing ferts can therfore cause an algae bloom because fishwaste only gives a big amount of nitrogen. I have had this problem in 2 tanks already and dosing more ferts was the solution there, because I was starving my plants. Also I found floating plants work well as shade against high light too. Love your contend MD! Keep up the awesome stuff!

[@user-ip7tv6cc8z]

After watching this I'm going to experiment with moving my lights further away from the tank and leave them on longer. I've also got to get rid of the wood canopies on top of my tanks. All they do is get in the way. Your tanks are beautiful.

[@andrewholmes3274]

When you said “ain’t nobody got time for that” and waved your finger I lost it 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 love the content. Love from Minnesota

[@bassmasterbeatbox7967]

“Ain’t nobody got time for that” I died 😂

[@whatgweneats8538]

This video is just what I needed! I already have a low tech nano tank that is doing pretty well at the moment and bought a slightly bigger tank. But I started thinking that I have to have Co2 injection in it because that's what everyone says... But now I know it is just fine with a low tech setup. I feel much more comfortable with it as well. Thanks MD!!!

[@bubblerings]

Your squarish tank with whirlpool effect is absolutely mesmerizing!! after 12:31... cool!

[@bethanybarron6084]

Im still learning loads after just over a year in this hobby and while ive not had much active breeding success with some of my current and past fish, i have had 1 unintentional success with breeding my otocinclus fish. I found 1 baby in my tank that i transferred to a breeding net for safety. I couldnt believe my luck when i found it because of how hard they are to breed! I still dont know what i did to this day to get that baby, but its in my tank currently and im counting my lucky stars that if i keep up with whatever it is im doing, ill get more in the future. EDIT found loads of baby ottos and loads of baby bristlenose plecs. Don't even know how many of each there are at this point. Will keep everyone apprised xx

[@Aquatasy]

This is the video that everybody in the freshwater aquarium hobby needs to watch. You have the most beautiful tanks, the best looking videos, and the greatest advice. What I love about your channel is that you present these amazing aquariums, but you do so in a way that helps us believe and understand that we can do it too. And I appreciate how you tell viewers to have patience not to give up. On the wall over my desk and my aquariums I have framed the one-sheet movie poster from the film Galaxy Quest. I have it there partly because I worked on the film and it is a memento from that project, and partly because of the famous line from that movie uttered by Tim Allen's character, "Never give up, never surrender!" There are going to be times in this hobby, in our careers, or life in general when we feel like giving up. I like having that constant reminder to never give up. So I am very glad you mentioned patience and encouraged everyone not to give up. Thank you for your terrific videos. Blessings to you!

[@ella-and-her-cup-of-coffee]

So why did this comment nearly make me tear up. This is so nice!!

[@Aquatasy]

@@ella-and-her-cup-of-coffee Just speaking from the heart. As an actor, visual effects artist, animator, and voice-over performer I am privileged enough to be able to do a fair amount of mentoring, teaching, and public speaking. I'm all about encouraging people. And that is what I love about MD and his channel. It's all about encouragement. I try to do the same with my channel as well. This hobby of fishkeeping & aquascaping can be a challenge sometimes, but it doesn't have to be difficult or daunting. MD proves that with each of his videos. Never give up, never surrender!

[@TheGinnyG]

Wait. Are those Monstera & Easter Lily growing IN the tank itself @ 19.48?! I would LOVE to learn how to do that. Absolutely gorgeous. You're an absolute artist, sir! Thank you for your gentle, helpful content.

[@rdred8693]

Just suspend the roots in the water. I have a pothos resting its roots in a soap dish in my aquarium. Also a Philo. Micans and Cebu Blue cuttings.

[@OwenF1988]

You should make some Pearlweed merch!! 🤣 just imagine. Bright green Pearlweed plant and line style shrimp in the design!! It would be epic

[@aoaquatics4005]

I actually think that’s a cool idea 😅.

[@veroniquebaadjou668]

Just found your channel... Started a fish tank (a small one) after stopping 20 years ago. So needed to learn everything all over again. I love your tips and video's and to do it on a low budget.I learned a lot already... I actualy have my whole family exited about fish tanks now... were hoping to put in a 2m tank after we're finished adding more room to our home..

[@azoeazahir4350]

I've been struggling with low tech set up for months now and i am doing my best to avoid getting c02. This video of yours is very assuring and it gave me motivations to keep trying! thank you so much for this!

[@KDiGee]

Truly appreciate this content. Gives great advice in how to APPROACH the hobby, especially in the low tech area where I believe everyone should start off with. Doesnt tell you what to do but rather gives tips that might work for you as well as how to deal with things if it doesnt. Thank you for this 🙏🌱

[@faedoyle4147]

Dang MD. You are seriously so motivational. I love these videos!! Oh and casual day at work, got on my MD merch. Same hoodie!! ❤️❤️

[@MDFishTanks]

awesome :D

[@ashleighbaker496]

It's funny that you said you experimented with the lighting and timing. I've been into houseplants/indoor gardening for about 10 years and one of the main things I've learned is that when using artificial lighting, it's better to have them on at least 12 hours a day at a lower wattage than *blasting* the plants with only 6 hours of light. You've really inspired me to start planted tanks, love your videos! (:

[@aidenmohrmann1850]

Your channel is such a nice escape from toxic internet fish forums

[@leesapollo]

I’m looking at my nano with just a heater and a desk led light....now I’m gonna try it with shrimp and no filter or co2. I feel empowered after this video haha

[@collinskj1963]

I watch everyone of your videos and love them, I can't decide what I envy more, your ability to visualize a tank and make it happen or the fact that no matter what you do, your plants always thrive and look amazing.

[@marciesocal7553]

Underwater gardening You and Lucas at lrb aquatics gave me confidence to try the non filter natural tanks and ponds

[@paulsage6849]

You may not “want to get philosophical “ But you are. Great energy, encouraging and positive, You have a wonderful thing going on here, well done.

[@colem7920]

That ending was honestly so inspirational 10/10

[@cliffgullavlogs7272]

I'm from the Philippines 4 months since I watched your videos. You're such an inspiration for beginners like me. More power 😊

[@aatkhan]

This is a great reminder/pep talk! keep it simple, learn as you go, and don't get discouraged!

[@slimsaiyan4215]

I've been binge watching your videos and your one of my favorite fish tank KZbinrs now. Your personality and what you do with your tanks are what sets you apart from everyone else. The way you scape your tanks has inspired me to start planning what I want to do with my 90 gallon next. Right now it's boring looking and only has a bunch of plants randomly planted. I really want to try to replicate one of your scapes because there all so beautifully done. So thank you for your hard work MD keep up the amazing work.

[@MagicMtK9]

The "experiment" aspect cannot be stressed enough. I have a deep tank (21in) and a great, top of the line light on it but it took me a year to realise I needed more hrs of MAX light to do better. Cause everyone is "afraid" of too much light and most advice comes from this view. BUT most don't have DEEP tanks. My water is great (hard) as well, so it balances well, in a deep tank with loads of light.... We need to try different things. Thank you so much for stressing this part of the hobby.

[@jessicasizemore1420]

This is helped me a lot today. I set up my first 10 gal a bit ago for my female betta and I lost her last night. I wanted to simply just scrap re-home my fish and scrap all my tanks. I have had a lot of luck in my other tanks but something just wasn't working in that one. This video has helped kinda give me a "pick me up" to keep going. Thank you.. I needed it.

[@franksenden8187]

a good tip to dim the light is to use louds of floating plants, just let them cover the entire top

[@higsecurityshop3204]

Your tips and channel improved my planted aquarium so much ! Such awesome advise unlike all the other people telling you that you need c02 injections to grow plants and only meed your light on for 6 hours and you need to buy 400 dollar lights and blah blah.... Thanks MD

[@tombridger9686]

I’m totally blown away by your vids, found your channel a few weeks back, can’t stop watching them. I’ve always loved planted tanks but have never been brave enough to try one. In the next couple of weeks I’m making my first steps into the hobby, thanks to you keep it up man 👍🏻👍🏻

[@kingknockout787]

I love watching ur videos now I got my mom watching them cause she has two tanks and so do I. Now I’m binge watching ur videos to figure a way to redo my 70 gallon with more live plants

[@souffle420]

I love this video, very down to earth and explain everything we need to know about aquascaping in general. That talk about algae made me remember the ‘family tank’ I have in my home. Once my brother was complaining about the greenish water and I was so fed up with it, I bought a higher lumen LED. Once it turned on, the water suddenly looks clear, even though it was greenish few seconds ago, and he finally understand that greenish water is actually normal as long as it doesn't affect the plant growth too much. I think people have too much expectation from watching high tech tank. They sometimes failed to realize that high tech means high investment, and when your tank isn't a ‘high investment’ one, then don't expect too high 🤣

[@oisinmcg2547]

Hi MD, I was just wondering how often I should water my Java fern?

[@MDFishTanks]

...can't tell if serious 😆

[@glasscanvasart5273]

If out of water it needs a hell of a lot of humidity, so it will need to be in a terrarium. If you haven’t been giving it enough humidity it’s probably dead anyway.

[@terrybennett8692]

Brilliant video, I have kept tropical fish for well over fifty years and your channel has inspired me to return to this wonderful hobby after a three year break, your channel has to be the best on KZbin, many thanks my friend, Terry.

[@NX269]

Great video MD, this has been the most difficult but satisfying hobby I have ever had

[@danj8834]

This video isn’t even for noobies, honestly a great watch, even a reminder of some stuff I forgot. Although this outside moss idea, I think I’m gonna get some slate and give that a go!

[@silverknight95]

I've been doing so much research in the past two weeks on how to get started on keeping fish or what size and shape tanks I'll need, even looked into trusted filters and heaters, I forgot about plants, I want to do a planted aquarium, but I don't know what types of plants I'll need or want, or how to balance the tank with that in mind, started looking into them today, this video came at great time.

[@enni_p]

I'm having walstad/ground aquarium experiment going in nano and I have to say medium gravel would saved me from nitrogen gas problems. It is also bowl tank so gas exchange isn't great either. I have fine sand and no filter. I don't like sharing my project in local fish groups because people repeat weird mantras without deep under standing of water ecology. Like you said about your light timing being "wrong". But experiments are fun and you can learn a lot!

[@richardzubroff16]

As a one tank person, I Love your tanks. Keep experimenting- good advice.

[@rejadechuck2753]

Yes! Top 10 is now here!💪

[@PaulZyCZ]

Equipment. The thing with CO_2 is that while CO_2 set costs like an external filter, you'd pay something like 6 euro every few, several months for filling the gas tank (which works for years). That's a tip of the high-tech of course (all kinds of algae removal, probes, etc.). Filters: I've got a mixed experience with hang-ons. It's cheaper than cannister filter, but it tends to resonate somewhat with small tanks. Okay in a living room, kitchen or an (home) office, not so near a bed. Most internal filters are completely quiet and some cannister filters are quiet enough in the night.

[@coolrobee]

Was waiting for this video❤️

[@lboss875]

You are now my go to guy. Your builds are ridiculous. Your advice is pragmatic and doable (I have the little mesh bags on order from Amazon now for my next tank build). I started with nano betta tanks...many mistakes were made...and to date my largest tank is a 29g. Too much fertilizer (thrive AND aquasoil) and too high light and I lost a LOT of plants to algae. Scrapped that and rescaped.. Now I'm going to DIY my own rimless tank (Aqueon 55 into a rimless...wish me luck) and incorporate that wave machine for my school of rainbows. Bogwood is proving difficult to find here in Michigan so I'm going foraging along a local river in the future. Sorry for just dumping all of that on you...lol. What I meant to say is... THANK YOU!!! Your tips and tricks and aesthetics are exactly what I've been looking for and, as soon as I get out of debt from all the substrate and hardscape and plants that I've purchased to fuel my love for this hobby, I'm going to subscribe so that I can get the insider stuff and continue to allocate what should be going out money for my fish (and reptiles). Cheers!! Thanks from Detroit!!!

[@petergardea2266]

I have to say this MD channel has to be my top channel to watch...he gives me a chuckle and enjoyment. MDs tanks are inspirational. Have to upgrade some of my lighting options on a few of my tanks...

[@glennk.7348]

I like how the discus always crowd onto the side of the tank where MD is 😃

[@tigersunruss]

Awesome tips mate. I've been in the hitech game for 2 years and I have a small tank I wanted to do light only. That light tip is what is going to save me headaches, glad I ran across this video. Also, adding the floating plants I was on the fence with but that's a definite now.

[@creativekids33]

this might be the best channel on aquariums...fresh or saltwater...and I've seen them all. much respect.

[@divyan.guruapekshith2825]

hi new to fish keeping very inspired by your vedios.......

[@aoaquatics4005]

Perfect video! I don’t have CO2 in my OVERSIZED nano tank and this video is what I needed to help ensure it looks the best it can! ( I have a 125 gallon nanoscale ecosystem) inspired by you my fellow hobbyist. Hope to show it off soon! Once more plants grow in

[@reubendaly827]

An ain't nobody got time for that

[@11miura]

Unless you're a maintenance guy at Green Aqua😉

[@1188Gaming]

Since subscribing you've inspired me to scrap my old scape and do a planted one so yesterday I did exactly that! This video has come at the best time as I had concerns about lighting and fertilisers. I also have a nano tank so will be experimenting with a no filter tank soon. Thanks for the inspiration and advice.

[@chrismucha2552]

I research internet as I plan to start my first tank. Thanks for the tips and good word for a starter like me ;)

[@bunnyyy3212]

This is the best video I have watched for low tech, smaller tanks. So much useful and necessary information! I feel like others don't go that in depth, but I need those extra details to ensure what I'm doing 😊

[@shawnjackson7028]

MD, I've loved seeing your videos constantly improve not even just from a content prospective but also from a quality prospective. I've learned a ton from you and it's awesome watching you learn. Keep up the good work, my friend.

[@stephaniesmith5326]

I was going to do a water change but didn't need to. So I just added a fine layer of large grain sand, cleaned my marimo balls and rearranged some rocks. Voila! My tank looks great again!

[@beemo8620]

Just wanted to say this video helped me a lot. Thanks for uploading this. After hearing all your tips I got the confidence back to keep up this fun hobby.

[@aoaquatics4005]

Agreed! Not only that it’s helped me to want to show off my tank more myself!

[@kimikoo9153]

What i learned in gardening in general is that a plant is never doing 'nothing' if you don't see the plant growing, even for weeks and the leaves look healthy, it is establishing a root system. Which is also a good thing!

[@wrona-ry2ey]

Thanks mate im just set up my 1st planted tank last sat and your tips will help me. The last tip is the most important.

[@prophecyaquatics8183]

Excited to be seeing you help Chris Scott soon with his 300 gallon!!!!!!

[@kitcraft9516]

I got a low power planted light but as my tank is only 12 inches deep with 2 inches of substrate it acted like a high-power light. I put window screen replacement mesh on my homemade polycarbonate lid, and it reduced the light by like 60%. Made a huge difference with my java ferns. They were turning black but are back to super green.

[@demongoddessx3]

I had actually kinda given up on trying any kind of fish or planted tank after watching most other youtubers in the hobby but I think I'll start again soon , Very helpful channel you've got here ☺️

[@loissampson5925]

Thanks for the great advice I’ve gotten more from this video then from all the others I’ve watched on this subject.

[@johnlumb1078]

I used to work next to a Maidenhead aquatic store and got to know the guys well over the yrs. I had an aquarium that was stacked to the gills with plants and they were so in awe of the tank and the fish, again though….lights on too long lol. Well not according to the fish and plants.

[@Reefeasy]

Crypts are a aquascapers best friend especially in hard water areas. Easy and low care...

[@MissBeth19]

Recent found your Chanel and I have to say I love it! So glad to have finally found a UK fishtuber!

[@bigbadwolf5255]

Noob here but totally vibe with the 1 tank obsession. I had to get 2 live going and 1 empty, that I test out different hardscape combinations as I learn that as well with gluing pieces together, etc that I’m finding at my backyard creek. Thanks for the tips!

[@ericm6818]

I really needed this video. I just got back into the hobby and am trying a planted tank for the first time. Cyanobacteria has got the best of my first attempt and I’m in the process of starting over. Not gonna give up but I needed the moral boost.

[@wilcomj]

First of all: I like your positive energy. I also have the lights on for 12 hours and the plants grow fantastically. But I wonder how often I have to clean my water filter. Since I bought my aquarium I have never cleaned my filter (6 month now).

[@tic857]

I'm struggling, but being about to troubleshoot while staying in my budget is fun. Frustrating, but fun.

[@loftyskies123]

same here im struggling with black hair algae ive managed to get on top of it in one tank i think it came in on some bog wood that i bought ive got rid of it now . my other problem is rocks im not near any river or streams, and i dont drive to get to any places .and the aquarium shops a lot of theirs just dont look natural ,or theyre some crazy colour or something . i fed up of looking tbh. plus im on a tight budget too , sucks doesnt it lol. im off to do water changes

[@Stevenco9124]

This so far your best video....I used you think you have special water or lights. Now I think I have to keep tweaking my lights and if it don't work it's OK. I have Hi-tech tanks but I'm most proud when my low tech tanks do really well. So far only nano can thrive low tech.

[@SeanTyphon]

I needed that! Lighting has been my big question, and, today, I dialed in what I wanted thanks to this!

[@aoaquatics4005]

Lighting is a small issue for me too! It’s like it builds algae but it’s also not growing my plants enough to me. I guess it’s the cheap lights I got when I bought the tank.

[@spacepanda000]

Patience! When I planted a carpeting plant I wanted to buy like 50 of them and get that thick carpet right away. But I waited 2 months and it is really spreading and getting there

[@doneydone7495]

Tip 10 was life advice

[@fish5465]

Being new to the hobby, this is the best video I’ve seen so far !!

[@carolebraswell982]

Absolute best advice video ever! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and encouraging all of us!

[@fokofeke6686]

Amazing video! It's been so long since we saw these kind of videos, i forgot how much i missed them🤗

[@SPSNW2023]

By far the best guy on KZbin doing this thing, top man to....