I'm planning to set up a new aquarium and I'm wondering about the best substrate options for a planted tank. I've heard conflicting opinions about gravel, sand, and specialized substrates. What do you all recommend for promoting plant growth and maintaining a healthy aquatic environment?
New Aquarium Setup
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Depends on the type of plants and the substrate choice is a personal choice with most.
Are you planning on using led lighting for plants?
I would buy some aquarium soil of your choice and place it where you want to plant. And over all of that cover with desired substrate. Sand for example