Hi guys! I'm new to fish keeping and I've heard that anubias and java ferns are some really easy plants to take care of, so I was planning on getting some of those for my fish tank. I was wondering what would be a good light to get for them and how long should I leave it on per day? Can I just leave it on for a few hours while I'm doing my school work or do I have to leave it on the whole day? Should I dose with any fertilizers or anything? Thank you for all of the help you guys have provided!
Good aquarium light for anubias/java fern and mosses
- Thread starter MuskieMartin
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Anubius, Java Fern, and Java Moss wiil grow in low light conditions so no hight tech light system is required. You can add a liquid supplement if you want.
I keep lights on for about 6 hours for Anubias.
Ok, thank you for your guys responses! Does it matter if I keep my lights on consistently or not? Like, if I leave it on for a few hours one day and then 6 hours another day will it make a big difference?
Generally 8-12 hours a day is ideal. Some plants need more or less.
You can hook the light up to a timer to have a constant schedule.
You won’t kill Anubias and ferns and such with a more inconsistent schedule though.