Live plants in a Fw aquarium?

[SeaSerpant]

Originally Posted by RedneckDaveAb

We have live plants in most of our aquariums and with the right lighting they are awesome!

We grow Vals, anubias, java fern, java moss, najas grass, amazon swords, lotus plants, wisteria and hygrophila.

You could save a few dollars if you purchase a two bulb shop light from your local hardware store and hang it over your aquarium. Be sure to use "plant" light bulbs. However, if you can afford high intensity lighting that is best.

Be sure your fish are compatible with your plants. Cichlids and goldfish will quickly consume your new purchases

Dave

i have 4 angelfish and a few plants and i see no nippings. some types of cichlids will eat plants but not all kinds because angelfish are a TYPE of chiclid.

[Megalodon]

I have a planted tank full of cardinal tetras, a few shrimp, hatchet fish, blue rams, and albino bristlenose catfish. It's in my bedroom and I love it.

[ElGuappo]

I have a small amount of hornwart in there a s it is soft and edible, the fish will pick at this first. Will post pics later my fresh water tank is very modest only a 25 gallon.