My first attempt on a 500g panted tank

I wanted to do a planted tank for a while now. After seeing this site with awesome planted aquariums, i got hooked. After a few months gathering co2 tanks, ph controller and lights, I was ready for my plants. I gathered some local pond plants. And also bought some. This is how my tank looks now.
2 coralife
T8 x4
3 t12
Total watts 848

Stock: 29" Arowana q
7 discus
Motoro
Spotted gar
12 clown loach

You should have darker substrate to bring out the green color of plants and more natural look


I agree. I should have decided that before the set up. I am planning to move though and it will be the perfect opportunity to replace with some dark plant growth substrate.

John7429 said:

very nice!

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Thank you

I've replaced my coralife for 4 of this florescent flood lights. I've seen some of you guys using this type of light so I decided to give it a try. They are working alot better and the plants love them. :thumbup:

Here's some more pictures.