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Old 12-10-2006, 10:15 AM   #3 (permalink)
reef1
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Originally Posted by coral reefer View Post
Imo, you are going to need more light than that. I would try for 4-5 watts per gallon to have good coralline algae growth. In addition, you will need high calcium and strontium levels and a moderate water flow. A product called "Purple Up" added to your tank will also help with coralline algae growth.
i would need 275 watt for an 55 gallon
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