So here they are

[OnceLoyal]

The new plants. I tried a decade ago and failed. Let's see what happens now.

Java ferns
Java moss
Amazon sword
Water sprite

 

[tlindsey]

The new plants. I tried a decade ago and failed. Let's see what happens now.

Java ferns
Java moss
Amazon sword
Water sprite

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Nice plants

I hope they thrive for you as well.

 

[OnceLoyal]

I hope the thin acrylic lids I made doesn't block too much light

 

[Deadliestviper7]

I hope the thin acrylic lids I made doesn't block too much light

If it worries you you could do a screen lid.

 

[OnceLoyal]

Thanks, but I would think a screen would block more than the clear acrylic. Also the acrylic is so thin it is warping so I may have just wasted $100. Looks like I will have to get some thicker stuff.
I already have some growth on the swords so I assume everything is going ok with the plants!! Pic below.
Once this thing is cycled I will get a bunch of shrimp. Probably cherry. I think they may really help keeping the plants clean.
I am a month at the minimum maybe more before I start adding the big fish. Just trying g to get everything g in and acclimated. I guess so far so good.

 

[OnceLoyal]

Growth