Raising Macro Algae

[klim]

Hi Bros, I am keeping a tank of the above. How can I ensure that it will grow?

The Tank:

2ft x 1ft x 1ft

Overhead pump

Florescent light (15w), written on it is for "Plant and fish".

Water Salnity 1.030

I have some qns:

1. How long do I need to switch on the light?

2. Is the light enough as not to grow Asexual or died?

3. What other additive should I put? I am currrently dripping Calcium and Carbonate.

4. Do I need Skimmer?

5. Is overhead flow enough?

Please kindly advice. Thanks.

[djviper]

bro i believe ur going for a saltwater planted tank?

well put and damsel or something in there to produce NO3

ur plants will like it

for skimmer i believe u don't have to cuz u need the excess DOC to convert to NO3 for ur plants...

my 2 cents

[klim]

Yes Bro, it is Saltwater plant....I beleived the tank is already full of NO3...just that what worry me is the light enough for the plant to make food?

If yes, how long do I need to light them up?

[calvinci]

I light up my refugium 7x24, so caulepar won't go sexual. Only light up with power compact energy saving bulb, 25w giving 100w brightness. And the caulepar is growing like weed

[blueheaven]

I have these on for 24/7 in my refugium

[djviper]

hmm try leaving it on for at least 8 to 10 hrs a day

well if possible 24hr maybe will be better for 2 x 20w fl will do good

if not go for pl lights cuz more intense

[mUAr_cHEe]

what kinda marine planted tank are you going for??

i am tryin to kill the plants in my tank....

[cjh]

bro muar chee... got macro ar??? can donate a little bit to me??

[klim]

I put in turtle weeds, grapes etc....most are goner....

What my tank & light:

- Tank - 29 degree

- Aadditives - Calcium, Carbonate, Trace Elements, PH Buffer, Iodide

- Light - 7 hrs - 15w Florescent light

What do you think? Any advice?

[mUAr_cHEe]

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