ADA Amazonia

[Lindy]

Hi, I'm about to rescape using ADA Amazonia. The filter is mature so my question is, is it safe to plant up straight away? I can keep the livestock out for a couple of weeks but due to the intended layout it would be easier to plant/tie when substrate is going in.

 

[foxfish]

Yes get planting.....

 

[Ady34]

Yep, agree with Foxfish, with plants and a mature filter things should cycle faster. Just remember to carry out large and frequent water changes to keep things clean whilst the plants adapt.
Cheerio,
Ady

 

[Greenview]

I have planted into Amazonia immediately with a mature filter and it all went well. As Ady says, water changes are vital. I did daily large water changes for a week, then every 2 days for a week, then twice a week for a week or two.

 

[Lindy]

Brilliant news, thanks! Just have to wait for the plants from thegreenmachine.

 

[nduli]

Assuming this is the rescape from the old tank. Tempted by the led ? What's the considered opinion?

 

[Lindy]

I'm happy with it. It keeps the plants i have healthy.