Is this ECO-COMPLETE substrate really worth it for plants? PICS

kamili · 11-13-2005, 02:06 PM

I have two questions concerning this eco-complete substrate:

1. Is this worth it for a planted tank ?
2. How many bags would I need to cover a 29 gallon tank ? (each bag claims to have 20lbs)

Pics:

**Damon** · 11-13-2005, 02:09 PM

Its a very nice substrate though very pricey. You would need 3 bag (60 lbs ) of eco-complete for a 3 inche depth.

kamili · 11-13-2005, 02:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Simpte

Its a very nice substrate though very pricey. You would need 3 bag (60 lbs ) of eco-complete for a 3 inche depth.

Do you have to replace this once the plants use up the nutrients?

How much does this go for in local stores? I noticed it on ebay for 17.50 plus 8 shipping, seems like a good deal.

Thanks

**Damon** · 11-13-2005, 03:11 PM

Thats about as cheap as it gets. Normally runs $25.00-$35.00 a bag in store.

No you don't have to replace it. As you fertilize the tank (water column), a good substrate (high CEC) will absorb some into itself. It will then feed the roots of the plants and be available if the water column ferts (plants use these first) run low. Keep in mind that boron, calcium, copper, iron, manganese and sulfur are immobile nutrients and must be present in the water column for the plant to use. Most of these elements are found in tap water and in more than enough supply with the exception of possibly (very uncommon) iron.

11-13-2005, 02:06 PM	#1
kamili Fishy Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Rutgers U. NEW JERSEY Age: 26 Posts: 15	Is this ECO-COMPLETE substrate really worth it for plants? PICS I have two questions concerning this eco-complete substrate: 1. Is this worth it for a planted tank ? 2. How many bags would I need to cover a 29 gallon tank ? (each bag claims to have 20lbs) Pics:

11-13-2005, 02:09 PM	#2
Damon Aquatic Naturalist Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Dayton, Ohio Age: 32 Posts: 14,982	Its a very nice substrate though very pricey. You would need 3 bag (60 lbs ) of eco-complete for a 3 inche depth. __________________ For in much wisdom [is] much grief: and he that increaseth knowledge increaseth sorrow. Member of the AGA (Aquatic Gardner's Association) Member of the IBC (International Betta Congress)

11-13-2005, 03:11 PM	#4
Damon Aquatic Naturalist Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Dayton, Ohio Age: 32 Posts: 14,982	Thats about as cheap as it gets. Normally runs $25.00-$35.00 a bag in store. No you don't have to replace it. As you fertilize the tank (water column), a good substrate (high CEC) will absorb some into itself. It will then feed the roots of the plants and be available if the water column ferts (plants use these first) run low. Keep in mind that boron, calcium, copper, iron, manganese and sulfur are immobile nutrients and must be present in the water column for the plant to use. Most of these elements are found in tap water and in more than enough supply with the exception of possibly (very uncommon) iron. __________________ For in much wisdom [is] much grief: and he that increaseth knowledge increaseth sorrow. Member of the AGA (Aquatic Gardner's Association) Member of the IBC (International Betta Congress) Last edited by Damon; 11-13-2005 at 03:18 PM.

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