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by skeletal
Tue Jun 06, 2023 3:28 am
Forum: Fresh Water Plants
Topic: star grass in new england
Replies: 2
Views: 413

Re: star grass in new england

I saw this article about star grass and thought I'd share. Apparently it's a pretty low maintenance plant, only needs medium to low lighting. It's also not too picky about water flow. I'd love to get some for my tank, that's why I'm asking if anyone's willing to trade.
by skeletal
Sat May 13, 2023 11:21 pm
Forum: Fresh Water Plants
Topic: Can crinum grow above the substrate?
Replies: 5
Views: 1194

Re: Can crinum grow above the substrate?

I'm thinking pool filter sand might be a good option for you, it's designed to allow for good water flow. If you removed some of your current substrate and replaced it with a mix of pool filter sand and crushed flint, that might help with oxygen exchange and give your crinum the nutrients it needs ...
by skeletal
Sat May 13, 2023 8:05 pm
Forum: Fresh Water Plants
Topic: Can crinum grow above the substrate?
Replies: 5
Views: 1194

Re: Can crinum grow above the substrate?

I've got a bulb-type root system on my hands with this Crinum Calamistratum, so it sends off those side runners that can be clipped and used to propagate new plants - pretty handy.

Normally, you'd plant it as you would with any other, but I'm wondering if you'd want to do that here. If the water's ...