INSANE Dirted Tank After 1 MONTH!! (crazy plant growth with NO co2) | MD Fish Tanks

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I was hoping to get good results from the pond compost in this dirted aquarium/aquascape but I was not expecting results as amazing as this!!!
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[@MDFishTanks]

MD MERCH CLICK HERE: teespring.com/en-GB/stores/md-fish-tanks I was hoping to get good results from the pond compost in this dirted aquarium/aquascape but I was not expecting results as amazing as this!!! Equipment (all links affiliate): 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 LED FLOODLIGHTS: US amzn.to/3t6HOHD UK amzn.to/3orIdRv CANISTER FILTER: US amzn.to/3iNeVtW UK amzn.to/2Fo774a GOOSENECK CLIP ON LAMP: (similar as product is now discontinued) US 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 Amazo UK: amzn.to/2Vx73CL

[@YANGKEY143]

Bonsai set up next vedio ♥️♥️♥️

[@fjkhamdan]

love ur stuff. keep it coming

[@user-de1of9lz5h]

can you make a bala shark aquarium. you can mix them with other sharks?!

[@jonathanbenjamin6256]

Love your videos and got me back into owning fish

[@FatherFish]

Seen the light have you? Appreciate you using my formula.

[@jeffjohnson9581]

I'd love to see you do a tank using only stuff gathered from nature. topsoil, sand, rocks, wood, etc.

[@rustinpeace770]

Bad idea.

[@jaydensaw2947]

@@rustinpeace770 agreed but might be alright if U treat it properly

[@amandadonegan2137]

I have! Its around 10 years old and flying it. Started off as a quail chick nursery (4'x1'x1'/50gal) With earth grass weeds and a rock...then filled it with pond water and left it alone...no light ferts filter nothing...huge colonies of daphnia asellus cyclops scuds etc Java ferns and rotundifolia. Now lve added a gravel cap and montecarlo and a few more because l put 'baby' Shubunkins in to grow on and they spawned! Now got between 50 to 100 fry. EVERYTHING in my tank is sourced free and locally apart from java fern and montecarlo...incuding some local waterplants.

[@amandadonegan2137]

Oh....no water changes either...just top ups from my rainbarrel...🤷‍♀️

[@xisotopex]

the stuff in this aquarium isnt from nature? I could've sworn that it was...

[@nickpetersonvfx]

I'm consistently jealous of how nice the plants are that you have access to. No where local has plants that are in that good of shape from the jar. Beautiful.

[@jordanyeckering4002]

You're the absolute king. I love how easy it is to follow what you do. Everything is always budgeted because not everyone can afford a huge high tech tank. Keep on building!

[@curtisdesign]

I just discovered the local aquarium clubs that have monthly fish and plant “swaps” (they trade and also sell). The variety of fish and plants was way better than the best LFS at much lower prices, and the quality was impressive. I’m going to get all my fish and plants now from local breeders.

[@wsdraper]

Where are these mythical clubs and how do I find them ?

[@apss5736]

@@wsdraper yeah i can never find any in the uk

[@grenwood6551]

My nearest active clubs are two provinces west or south down into the states. I joke I need a friend with a fishing boat so I can go to swaps in Maine.

[@arachnophilegrrl]

You are very lucky to live somewhere that has that! Enjoy. 😁👍

[@arachnophilegrrl]

@@grenwood6551 - I hear ya. I hear there are some put East and in Calgary. Not many up here at all.

[@glennk.7348]

Can you do an episode on the microscopic inhabitants of your tanks? (Paramecium, rotifers, etc.). That would be interesting!

[@amandadonegan2137]

I honestly doubt he has them...too many water changes etc...lve got loads though 🤗

[@antonije]

Since you mentioned toothbrush to clean your aquarium, I recently got an electric waterproof Oral-B Pro 100 and it's by far one of the best things I've got to easily clean tight spots, hardscape, and equipment. It's pretty cheap toothbrush but does an amazing job and in fact I got another one for myself for cleaning my teeth :)

[@steelheron1309]

I stumbled upon this hobby about a month ago and was instantly hooked. Aquascaping looks so rewarding. While trying to learn tips on the hobby I found your channel and subscribed immediately. The low tech setups you have are so beautiful and your knowledge on how to do these tanks is top notch. Keep up the amazing work! I've been learning a lot and I've almost got all of the supplies I need to start my first tank. Thank you for what you do. Can't wait for the next video.

[@MrBrentcs]

I've used Pond Aquasoil for years with magnificent results, especially with carpeting plants like Glossistigma. I recently set up a tank with Aquarium Aquasoil but it doesn't measure up to common pond Aquasoil.

[@rachelschildman2327]

Really impressed with how well the pond compost did for the plants - may have to give that a try!

[@NightOwl3050]

Amazing. I’m going to set up a new tank today! You always give me ideas, and I’m starting to film the process like you do it. I’m learning from the best! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@izzuaquascape]

A lot of things i learn from you MD!! Continue your aquascape journey. Excited for more tips from you in the future. 👍

[@label4706]

Looking amazing!! Thanks for the walk around as well! Cheers!

[@oobalooba.]

This tank is so gorgeous!!! 😍 that transition omg, it straight up bloomed

[@jaimebrathwaite2265]

I always follow your tutorials to the letter . My African is doing fantastic. This one is a good idea for my home office. I do have a plant storage tank too.

[@kittencatten7632]

Woah that’s impressive. The African tank!

[@kellyduguay3368]

Wow that pond compost really worked! Your chili's are definitely chillin....and that asparagus fern caught my eye immediately 🌿🌿🌿 well done .

[@maniniscapes1936]

Love this MD!!! Pushing boundaries & exploring different things. 👏👏👏

[@michaelfisher737]

As a US American, one of my favorite things is hearing our friends from across the pond mimic our yankee accents. Always gives me a good laugh! AL-GEE! 😂

[@carolebraswell982]

This is such a great video, I am sharing it with my family and friends!

[@Chickenandfriends-dj4vt]

Awesome channel mate. I love how you don't waste your trimmings. Great job!

[@debbiehallstrom7453]

MD I love every single video that you post you are one of my all time favorite channels you're calmness you're beautiful scapes I'm just floored by the stunning scapes that you make you make thank you

[@MDFishTanks]

Thanks Debbie

[@1993KJD]

Am I the only one feeling the shade when MD says Algae the American way? lol Tank looks amazing though. I love when you experiment MD, I always learn something.

[@philcarlino6942]

Right? lol. I think we need to respond in a silly British way. All love though, MD.

[@andreashessler838]

That is how we generally pronounce 'algae' here (UK), with a hard g.

[@annalee7403]

Right?

[@77slate]

Great experiment, that row does look great. 👍

[@NaturalBiotopes]

Good job, beautiful underwater world!

[@scott3028]

all your tanks are very beautiful! very inspiring

[@capture_smartphotography1917]

Thank you for speaking up about bowls and the proof is in the life of the fish and the shape doesn't make it wrong. My happiest fish and healthiest tanks are in round. People see round and jump on you but never judge my 3 gallon rectangle. I love your channel and experimental tanks!

[@sergeiz.5815]

I plant most of my plants from bulbs save lots and fun to watch them grow 🙂🪴

[@northwestlife2794]

Man you are brilliant. Very creative and such a sense of natural space.

[@felixjimenez4263]

Beautiful aquariums love you work and dedication.God blesed you.

[@thewookiejedi]

Have followed you for some time now and all your videos are easy to watch and informative and fun to watch. Would love to have the time and space to do what you do 👍🏼

[@guppyshack]

Your bowl scapes are awesome! The fish too!

[@apss5736]

this tank is beautiful i love the scaping style

[@prahveer]

Beautiful aquascape.

[@drilliams8829]

Tanks are looking incredible!

[@kdr1048]

I love your channel and dirted tanks are the best! Beautiful!

[@user-zc9rc9jk5s]

Love the plants!!!😊

[@peterwinstonaldredge6927]

All of your tanks look gorgeous, face it, you've got what it takes. Love watching your videos. Your Golden Ram is a wonderful specimen! I'm getting closer every day to reentering the fish keeping hobby thanks to you!

[@vEGan1909]

Do it 👍

[@Nomadistar]

I too am ready to get back with it & try to scape & live plants. Yeah, the Golden Ram is a stunner ! @.@

[@hanief.borztr6819]

MD I follow you already almost 5 years. I enjoy every time when I watch your videos on KZbin. Like always you are good with aquariums low tech and stuff. Respect bro. Greats from Holland bro

[@juli7167]

looks amazingi love your tanks soo much

[@ravensdotter6843]

Gorgeous!!!!

[@Celestiax001]

Superb dirt/compost experiment!

[@danielokey149]

Another great video I am new to planted aquarium and learning so much from you not having much look with hygrophila polysperma at moment easy plant lol but am not giving up on it keep up the good work

[@BB-bv6uq]

Another really great video 👍 I so enjoy your vlog

[@dr-k1667]

I am thinking about setting up a tank in the future and I know already I am not into CO2 aquascapeing but if I get into the hobby I will be doing it on a budget to start so your channel is invaluable when it comes to making sure the plants will thrive.

[@Pssst.ByTheWay]

I just tried a pond soil dirted tank dutch style. Let’s see how she goes

[@tommyss4l]

Been running a dirted tank with dirt from my back garden for about 8 months and the thing is amazing. Everyone should use dirt in their tanks.

[@Pepe-dq2ib]

I tried it twice and had the same problem as he did, even after reducing the amount of dirt. Had algae all over because of excess nutrients in water column. It would be fine if you had CO2 and high light. Went back to Aquasoil and tablets for the first few months and stopped the tablet once established.

[@tommyss4l]

@@Pepe-dq2ib I've got some glass algae but nothing else. It's a great method when you get everything balanced

[@smaccafe3186]

I have no plans to have an planted aquarium but you inspire me to have one. thanks i'm relaxed. :)

[@oOLeAcHOo]

man i really love all your videos I've learned so much from you when it comes to planted tanks . keep up the videos I NEED MORE LMAO

[@baronandbaronessvonwolf4618]

Thanks for the video mate

[@bailedout4160]

Another great video, thanks for the nightly routine

[@stevemunn367]

The bowl looks amazing 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🇬🇧

[@softfishy]

The way he aggressively says algae in an American accent at 2:58

[@chanirusemika]

the ram tank has gone nuts and the sparkling gourami tank is looking deasent out of all you're scapes md uncle....more over all you're scapes are astonishing and beutifull

[@WorldAquariumSingapore]

Super cool MD again another superrrrrrrrrrrrr good video as always :D :D i also did the same thing as well cheers and my plants are blooming as well all my plants are shooting up to the roof lol well going throu the surface and became emerged plants that is, however your tanks are super beautiful and professionally made and your editing is awesomely good as well and that includes your thumb as well, cheers thks for sharing all your tanks and pls continue to share out all your beauty tanks and fishes as well cheers friend :D u are the man

[@kelving8886]

FINALLY!! IM ADDICTED TO UR VIDS MATE :D

[@jom7982]

i really loved your videos, but i would love to see a timelaps of one of your aquarium or weekly updates, of one of your no filter tank, and see on how you deal with new tank syndrome

[@jeremyglascosr.8338]

Very Nice!!! Keep it up!! 🤙🏾

[@afifahzulkefli2647]

I love dirted tank! I am currently reading The Ecology of Planted Aquarium by Diana Walstad where she elaborately talked about this method. Would love to see you do more tanks like this in the future, MD! This is a bit of a twist to her method though where in her case, she doesn't use any sort of filtration in her tank.

[@pjp9383]

Are you already following Father Fish on KZbin? I see a lot of dirted tank fans talking about his channel.

[@afifahzulkefli2647]

@@pjp9383 No i haven’t. I’ll check him out. Thanks!!

[@pjp9383]

@@afifahzulkefli2647 You're welcome! I see he even posted in this comment section, and I've seen him check in on some fishkeeping livestreams, so I know he's quite active on YT. For some other channels, though very different style of video from MD (less edited, more fishkeeping than aquascaping) you might also like LRB Aquatics and The Secret History Living in Your Aquarium. They both keep lots of low tech plants, and believe in the power of Mother Nature. 😁

[@18uprhea]

You are the most enjoyable fish channel. :D

[@TheMyrkiriad]

I use pond compost in all my tanks. It's been used forever but most people have forgotten about it since all these high tech soils have been on the market. Pond soils are much better in my opinion.

[@johnwolf9061]

Where do you buy your pond soil

[@TheMyrkiriad]

​@@johnwolf9061 I buy it in a garden center.

[@johnwolf9061]

Thank you!

[@richikkar7363]

Also, what kind of a lifespan does it have? I am sorry but I'm very new to it and I'm quite clueless.

[@littlemidwestrebornsdolls]

Stunning tank? When are you available to do that for my tank? LOL 😆.

[@CarolynnMc01]

It took about a year for my tank to look like this! Great work! (I didn't use soil, just root tabs).

[@claytoncomeaux414]

Vid so encouraging!

[@aquarialife8418]

Stunning 💕

[@nafihan5425]

Really beautiful tank ❤️❤️

[@The.Disney.family.]

Look amazing your tanks

[@minagica]

Yep, I agree, wish absolutely can be kept in bowls: if the fish are small enough and the bowl large enough 😊

[@thezerastora]

Didn’t mention you’ve upgraded to a 4K camera. How come so many people have missed that. Damn the picture looks fresh!

[@thezerastora]

Although I did only just notice but I was wondering why the past few videos where so crisp on my monitor.

[@arnoldmayii3563]

Very nice!

[@abigailearnheart8720]

I’ve got an 8 gallon bowl with a betta, eleven embers, three Asian stone catfish, and a scarlet badis and they’re thriving!!

[@d11.66]

Beautiful tank

[@peaoat3608]

I found this channel 2 weeks ago and already got TWO tanks! 😱 I need to set them up on week 3.

[@star215able]

Hi, loving your approach to the whole tank building experience. i'm a newbie to aquascaping have kept 250lt congo tetra tank but you have inspired me to get back into it with a Riparium, looked back at many of your vids but haven't found any recommendations for a tank, you mentioned opti white low lead, any links for a 60lt beginner tank please.

[@digitalPisces818]

So pretty!

[@sergeiz.5815]

I need to order those plant waits

[@fierce7246]

I really hope you won’t mess with those two tanks in this video MD these are great ones keep them going man haha good job and thanks for the view ☺️

[@peterww3106]

Hi MD. saw you in Maidenhead aquatics yesterday. Didn’t say Hello as I didn’t want to be too much of a fanboy or stalker! However I did hurl some abuse from a distance which you missus giggled at!🤪. Been watching your vids about a week and so far spent £200 on my guppy tanks!😳 mind you they were rubbish! Loving the aquascaping and looking to get a proper scaper tank and maybe a no filter bowl! Only living in Hemyock so might say hello next time I see you at Maidenhead! Take it easy and keep inspiring 👍👍🤪

[@adamcenteno6155]

I love ❤️ it!

[@Joni_I]

This low tech tank looks better than what I’m trying to achieve with high tech…. Gotta go back to the basics 😅

[@edmundovazquez-ramirez8134]

I would love to see a video on how you deal with plant nutrient deficiencies and how you treat your non planted plants with whatever fertilizer you use (I assume it's API Leaf Zone). I always see you talking about adding root tabs for planted tanks but never really address this issue for plants that feed off the water column. Love your videos!

[@melissarandall8173]

Love watching you and your tanks 😊 what sand do you buy please? Cheers MD 👍

[@fromdawntilldusk]

GH in my tank is at 12, plants grow slow, some struggle to grow. Anubias and swords are doing great .

[@fireguys7186]

Just in time for the lunchbreak viewing!

[@2869may]

Great looking tank...! Although I would have made the sand layer at least twice as thick for a long term tank...

[@pvaquariums7720]

Love the videos You should do one high tech tank just to see the difference

[@mitchconland]

Superb looking tank bud. Inspired me to rescape one of mine with similar mixture plants. Do you still daily dose co2 booster and leaf zone? My reds don't seem to be as vibrant as yours. H'ra, Ludwigia super red and Alternanthera reineckii Rosanervig.

[@tegannottelling]

hey MD Love your videos, but just a suggestion with your toothbrush, Could you please consider a bamboo one? Every single toothbrush we have ever used in plastic is still in existence somewhere in the world :-[ your Tanks are so beautiful thank you very much for your content

[@maisieboyland794]

wow. Incredible, do u use ferts on this tank? Do u use co2 booster from api? What else do u do for the plant care apart from the obvious trimming.

[@Aouadian]

thanks for the vid - where can I find those weights your using for your trimmings? Cheers!

[@NihilusTheGreat]

Looks good! About how large is your electric blue acara tank going to be?

[@wesleywu9618]

I was about to go work on my planted tank but I’ll just look at this video first

[@piv9976]

man this tank looks amazing. I just can't get my tank working. The plants aren't growing well and I still have algea problems 2 years later. I've always dreamt of having a beautiful planted tank but my dream's been crushed. It's really hard making a tank look like this I just can't seem to find the balance :(

[@amandadonegan2137]

SNAILS!

[@vincentwong2792]

Hi, how did you make to Rotala Hra and Rotala Macrandra look so stunning? The colors are so vibrant.

[@bryangarcia7318]

Geez I love aquariums lol

[@ade-1772]

Have you ever used baby bio plant food in fishtanks and always wonder if its safe for the fish but a good video and the tank looks awesome

[@1Venger]

Organic potting compost will be in every tank now... cheap as chips! Try earthworm castings as well.

[@no-knickers-emma1112]

Watch prices go up for it now

[@Stephen-jw8ci]

recently set up a couple dirted tanks with just dirt from my backyard (we don’t fertilize it) and i’m super excited to see the results

[@naturesfinest2408]

Did you bake it first? It kills of anything in the soil.

[@Stephen-jw8ci]

@@naturesfinest2408 i did bake it this time as well as let it dry out, although in the past i’ve used organic potting soil straight out of the bag and never had any issues with it

[@vEGan1909]

@@Stephen-jw8ci I did the same. Plants grew like crazy 🌿🐟🌱

[@Stephen-jw8ci]

@@vEGan1909 awesome to hear, my swords are loving it and already growing new leaves like crazy

[@manfredschmidt7986]

Hey MD: now, finally i understand your passion 😅 … and the viral disease „JOMA“ (just one more aquarium) … i Started in March (this year) with one 20 Liter Cube … now: 9 Cubes, 10-90 Liter … think you can offer psycholigal Support concerning how to explain it to your wife and Why it is normal to have 3 external Canister Filter Running in you bedroom 🤟🏼

[@andreashessler838]

What's the difference between pond compost and potting compost? I use John Innes Number 2 + some other additives for all my tanks (capped with pool filter sand). Plant growth is fantastic.