CheckeredRust
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Hey all, I'm completely new to this. I've been reading around and there seems to be many different opinions.
Is it possible for me to start a new tank without using ammonia or fish food to start the cycle? Currently, my new tank has stones and some good amount of plants in it. I'm also using aqua soil as substrate. I read that the soil itself will release ammonia, and the plants will sort of do the cycle by itself within a few weeks, so technically I don't have to kickstart it with additional stuff.
Is it possible for me to start a new tank without using ammonia or fish food to start the cycle? Currently, my new tank has stones and some good amount of plants in it. I'm also using aqua soil as substrate. I read that the soil itself will release ammonia, and the plants will sort of do the cycle by itself within a few weeks, so technically I don't have to kickstart it with additional stuff.