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by pids
Mon May 26, 2025 11:55 pm
Forum: Corals
Topic: When is the best time to frag Goniopora?
Replies: 10
Views: 50

Re: When is the best time to frag Goniopora?

Yeah, pics would be sweet. Also, if anyone's got a frag to trade, hit me up. Got some zoas that need a new home.
by pids
Mon May 26, 2025 6:04 pm
Forum: Corals
Topic: When is the best time to frag Goniopora?
Replies: 10
Views: 50

Re: When is the best time to frag Goniopora?

Yep, timing's key. I fragged mine mid-afternoon once, and it sulked for weeks. Now I only do it right after lights-out. Also, keep some iodine dip handy in case the cuts get sketchy.
by pids
Sun Apr 27, 2025 10:47 pm
Forum: Fresh Water Plants
Topic: is my tank too small for plants?
Replies: 9
Views: 125

Re: is my tank too small for plants?

Also, check your substrate. Java Fern doesn't need much, but if it's buried too deep, the rhizome can rot. Attach it to driftwood or rocks instead.
by pids
Sun Apr 27, 2025 6:48 pm
Forum: Fresh Water Plants
Topic: is my tank too small for plants?
Replies: 9
Views: 125

Re: is my tank too small for plants?


A 10 gallon should be fine for Java Fern. How's your water flow? They don't like strong currents. Also, what's your lighting schedule? Too much or too little can mess with them.


Yep, flow matters. I'd check your ferts too. Java Fern is low-tech but still needs nutrients. Maybe bump dosing to ...
by pids
Tue Apr 22, 2025 9:18 pm
Forum: Fresh Water Plants
Topic: best beginner plants for hard water
Replies: 10
Views: 177

Re: best beginner plants for hard water


Anubias and Java Fern are basically bulletproof in hard water. I've got both in my 30-gallon with similar params, and they're thriving. Just don't bury the rhizomes, or they'll rot. Tie 'em to driftwood or rocks instead.


Yep, second this. My Anubias has survived multiple tank crashes. It's like ...