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Discussion in 'Introduce Yourself' started by KimmoKun, Apr 8, 2015.

  1. KimmoKun

    KimmoKun Thread Starter New Member

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    Hi,

    I've always had an aquarium but I have started to become serious about it. I have a 3 gallon tank that I'm trying to establish plants in. It's harder than I expected but I enjoy it.
     
    KimmoKun, Apr 8, 2015
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  2. betta

    betta Administrator Staff Member

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    Sorry we were away... and welcome to the forum! (I had some surgery and couldn't get back to the site!)

    I also started a new 5 gallon tank and have some plants in there. I will take some photos. However you really need to plan your tank well with such a tiny tank. Growing plants requires making sure you have appropriate nutrients and lighting. You also need to make sure it's a slower growing plant or it will overrun your space quickly! Currently I use java moss for my small tank:

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    I also have anacharis (egeria densa) which my shrimp and dwarf crayfish love!

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    betta, Apr 23, 2015
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