Is it dying do i trim??

[toadass]

Hi peeps, just set up a new tank. It's the 1st time i have used plants from new as before now i bought from here when they are already submersed.

I have planted some Rotala Rotundifolia a week ago and the leaves seem to be turning brown and look unhealthy. Is this just a transition period from emersed to sub? It is getting plenty of flow and Co2, and dosing EI.

Do i leave it like this and just be patient and trim when it has grown a bit yet, or is it better to trim now??

This is the only stem plant i have and didnt trim it prior to planting..

Thanks guys

 

[G H Nelson]

Hi
As you have found.
The advantage of purchasing plants from members is that they usually have been through the transitional period.
I would remove decaying leaves...this will help promote new submerged leaves.
You could leave the stems on the surface...for a few weeks.
This gives you easy access to remove dying leaves and observe new growth.
Cheers
hoggie