Re: [GSAS-Member] Substrates for Planted Aquariums

["Paul M. Wallace" <pwallace@u.washington.edu>]

Dear Shango,

There are several models for substrates in planted tanks used today.  In
general, the most popular "planted" technique is to use a deep & rich
substrates with things like plant tabs and iron supplements.  If you are
using an undergravel filter these materials are either pulled into the water
or so small they plug the UGF.  I hear that UGF's grow excellent roots and
there is no argueing with Roy's success.

-Paul


-----Original Message-----
From: gsas-member-bounces@thekrib.com
[mailto:gsas-member-bounces@thekrib.com] On Behalf Of Shango Los
Sent: Monday, December 07, 2009 12:11 PM
To: Greater Seattle Aquarium Society member chat
Subject: Re: [GSAS-Member] Substrates for Planted Aquariums

You wanna flesh that out a bit, Paul?  Why are the fancy ones bad with
under-substrate filters?


On Dec 7, 2009, at 12:00 PM, Paul M. Wallace wrote:

> From Roy's picture it looks like he is using undergravel filters (quite
> well).  Many 'fancy' substrates like fluorite, Aquasoil or laterite would
be
> a REALLY bad idea.  Just another thing to keep in mind when picking a
> material and particle size.
> 
> -Paul
> 
> -----Original Message-----
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> Sent: Monday, December 07, 2009 9:46 AM
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> 
> Hi Jeff,
> 
> Turface Pro League Grey is available from John Deere in Issaquah, (425)
> 557-3400.  I just called and talked to Mike a few moments ago and he has
20+
> bags available.  They usually go for $20+ per bag but if you talk to him,
> and mention that you are with GSAS, the price is $16.00 per bag plus tax.
> 
> Roy
> 
> 
> 
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