DT plants

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  1. zzzzzzzzpr

    zzzzzzzzpr Purple Spiny Lobster

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    i have a 55g DT and would like to maybe put some plants inside. im running around 700w lighting 500 of that is MH. is it possible? if so could i get some names please.
     
    zzzzzzzzpr, Oct 18, 2011
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  2. m2434

    m2434 Giant Squid

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    I would recommend corals over algae (other than seagrass and mangroves most saltwater "plants" are actually macro algae). The problem with algae is it tends to grow in higher nutrient systems than most corals. Also, tends to prefer lower kelvin lighting, less flow and often lower temperatures. Also, if the nutrients are high, and other conditions right, it can take over, especially the ones that are easier to keep. Some people do though, but more often it dies off.

    Some good places to buy macro algae:
    ReefCleaners.org | Clean Up Crews and Macro Algae
    http://live-plants.com/
     
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  3. homegrowncorals

    homegrowncorals Ribbon Eel

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    i use some Dragons breath in my tank and there are some other safe ones that can be used too, just make sure to stay away from things that will grow intrusive.

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  4. ferretfish

    ferretfish Sea Dragon

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    that is really cool.
     
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