Leathers, zoas and sps, oh my... (who does it?)

brutus187 · #1 01-27-2009, 12:25 AM

I just pulled 2 huge leathers out of my tank yesterday. I've had VERY slow SPS growth (if any at all!) with the leathers (which grew no matter what I did to them) so I can't wait to see if there is any change.... time will tell i guess

Whatigot · #2 01-27-2009, 01:49 PM

what do you have for lighting and supplements?
what salt do you use brutus?

brutus187 · #3 01-27-2009, 11:49 PM

I have 2 150w 14k phoenix bulbs and use instant ocean salt (i think i would have to double check)

wickedfrags · #4 01-28-2009, 01:34 AM

I maintain all three in my display. Do not run carbon. No issues.

Whatigot · #5 01-29-2009, 03:17 PM

well well wicked.
I think your display says it all...

What do you supplement?
what salt?

Brutus, I used to have 2x150MH and used I/O...
My growth was super slow...
Switching to Kent Tropic Marine made a HUGE difference and then bumping up to 250 de made even more of a diff...

If you use I/O salt, I think you need to add magnesium...