Freshwater Aquarium Gravel
How and what should I use for a substrate for a freshwater aquarium?

Hey. I am planning on starting a low-tech freshwater planted aquarium. What I need to know is what kind of substrate I should get(fluorite, eco complete, peat moss, etc.) and how should I layer the substrate. I have peat moss so does peat moss on the bottom, fluorite, and then some sort of gravel/sand sound good. I need tips. thanks

all flourite is fine, iron enriched substrate that will help the live plants.

Unfort you will need to add to it or replace it every year. Peat moss is best in the filter, it will stain the water and lower the ph so im hoping your keeping south american fish.

I am not a fan of layering because sand in general is a pain to clean and remove and it will end up mixing and making the tank look bad IMO.

You also might want to upgrade the lighting if you dont want a CO2 system. freshwater powercompacts with two 6500K will do wonders for the plants.

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