Re: Algea in the undergravel filter (on purpose)

Harry Muscle wrote:
> *I was just reading one of the post on the krib
> (http://tinyurl.com/x4nc) about growing algea in an
> undergravel filter.  It apparently eliminated the algea bloom usuall
> ountered when setting up a new tank, as well as preventing algea
> from
> ever setting in (I know you can prevent algea by over planting and
> making
> sure the plants grow perfectly, however, this method seems really
> interesting too, without the need to control everything just so).  I
> was
> wondering if the original poster (Wright Huntley) might still be
> around and
> maybe have an update for us as to how things have turned out over the
> last
> two years.  Or if he's not around, maybe we could discuss this idea a
> bit.
> What does everyone think of it?  Does it seem reasonable?
> 
> Thanks,
> Harry
> Algae control and nutrient control go hand and hand.  I use a tray
> with lights that run at night that is oppsite tank lights.   The
> algae removes the NH directly and nitrate levels are zero.   Make
> sure to keep an eye on PH and adjust light time.  Higher the PH the
> less light on tray.   Good luck.
> 
> 
> 
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