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True about flow. My Amazon Swords melted when I had too much current. Moved them to a quieter spot and they bounced back. Also, make sure you're not over-cleaning the tank. A bit of mulm is good for plants.

Yep, gravel's a pain for plants unless you're dosing heavy. I switched to sand with root tabs and my plants took off. Also, what's your photoperiod? Too much light can cause algae, too little and plants won't grow. Aim for 6-8 hours.