plantbrain
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Do not forget to thank Aquaessentials.
You first need to get some of the ADA stuff
Glad you folks are seeing the utility in richer sediments.
If you add both water column + sediment sources of nutrients, you 1+1 = 2.
You have more resiliency for the tank.
If you forget to dose, no big deal, the sediment can take up some slack.
If you have low enough light, the sediment alone can supply enough for long periods.
Fish waste contribute mo0re with less light as well.
I would suggest those that are using just plain old sand and EI, try Adding ADA As to the set up and see what results you get.
You likely only need about 1/2 EI if you have reasonable light also.
Or you can buy the Seachem ferts or ADA ferts, if you want to burn a hole in your pocket.
I still think TMG is better than ADA as far as traces.
Regards,
Tom Barr
You first need to get some of the ADA stuff
Glad you folks are seeing the utility in richer sediments.
If you add both water column + sediment sources of nutrients, you 1+1 = 2.
You have more resiliency for the tank.
If you forget to dose, no big deal, the sediment can take up some slack.
If you have low enough light, the sediment alone can supply enough for long periods.
Fish waste contribute mo0re with less light as well.
I would suggest those that are using just plain old sand and EI, try Adding ADA As to the set up and see what results you get.
You likely only need about 1/2 EI if you have reasonable light also.
Or you can buy the Seachem ferts or ADA ferts, if you want to burn a hole in your pocket.
I still think TMG is better than ADA as far as traces.
Regards,
Tom Barr