Mangroves show them off! pretty please

[Proteus]

Plants actually take in oxygen through the roots. In mangrove there evolution has aloud for there roots to sit in static water. Terrestrial plants do not have this ability. this type of growing is for terrestrial plants but works for all plants and yea there is a huge difference in plant growth most notable will be it root production. Allowing it to take up more nutrients from the solution.

[bkelly]

so you recommend putting a small powerhead or air bubbler by the roots to aid in growth?

[Steve-O-]

So i was floating mine in my sump with foam before i planted them should i just do that?

[Proteus]

Yes oxygenated water allows for more o2 and nutrient to be absorbed in comparision to oxygen dissolved in water

[emerald crab]

Is "Hydroton" or whatever type of clay pellets you use, aquarium safe?

[Proteus]

I don't know if it is or not. But after you rince it it does not breakdown. As its fired clay. But there are many things you could use such as crush or marbles

[emerald crab]

I have a good supply of "Hydroton" (my other expensive hobby= orchids), I just don't know if it is reef safe. Is that what you use?