Water parameters

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  1. Yster

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    Hi, do anyone know what the water parameters need to be to grow aquatic plants succsesfully? Or maybe some site that could be of help? Thanks
     
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    Pretty much the same perameters that you keep you average Community Tank in. The only additional requirement I will add is that the water needs to within the 4-6 degrees GH, and similar kH. I know the Cape water is very soft.

    Other than that, pH of between 6.6-7.8 should be ok for most plants.

    Plants tend to be more forgiving with water perameters, but a very good question none-the-less

    I think what is more important is what type of planted tank you want to go for:
    * Low tech
    * Medium tech or
    * high tech.

    Obviously each type will have it's own additions with regards to light, fertilizers and CO2.
     
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