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    Can we start a tank this way?

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    Dear experienced bros and sis, what do you think of this method to start a planted tank - http://www.plantedtank.net/forums/sh...5/topics/52332

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    Re: Can we start a tank this way?

    Correct me if I'm wrong but isn't this the Dry Start Method?

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    Re: Can we start a tank this way?

    Yeah, thats called Dry Start Method (aka DSM).

    You can check out my HC DSM journal (based on our local singapore climate conditions):

    http://www.aquaticquotient.com/forum...Method-Journal!

    There are lots of other DSM journals and guides posted online too, you can see the various methods others use based on their different climates or environments.
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    Re: Can we start a tank this way?

    Nice journal! Thanks for sharing. So, basically, this dry start method only suitable for carpet plants?

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    Re: Can we start a tank this way?

    Quote Originally Posted by elmizze View Post
    Nice journal! Thanks for sharing. So, basically, this dry start method only suitable for carpet plants?
    The dry start method can be used for many other plants too. You just have to do some research and make sure that those plants can be grown emersed (some plants are fully aquatic and cannot grow outside of water).
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    Re: Can we start a tank this way?

    I see! Very interesting. I am itching to try it out. Do you think it is advisable for beginners? What should beginners look out for?

    Basically, my main aim is to start a tank that has the best ability to prevent/lower the chance of algae growth in the long run. Do you have any advice/tips for this? What to do/buy/add?

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    Re: Can we start a tank this way?

    Quote Originally Posted by elmizze View Post
    I see! Very interesting. I am itching to try it out. Do you think it is advisable for beginners? What should beginners look out for?

    Basically, my main aim is to start a tank that has the best ability to prevent/lower the chance of algae growth in the long run. Do you have any advice/tips for this? What to do/buy/add?
    Good quality nutrient-rich soil substrate (ie. ADA amazonia aquasoil) helps alot, as the accelerated growth rate of the emersed plants (due to unlimited supply of Co2 and long photoperiod) will consume high quantities of of nutrients.

    Get a reliable spray bottle that is comfortable to use, as you'll be using it every day for a few weeks to mist the plants.

    Don't over-saturate the plants and soil with water (the main mistake for most people doing DSM for the first time) as that will cause mold and fungus (sometimes even algae) to grow. Only lightly mist the plants and soil so that they are hydrated but not water logged. Its okay to let the top layer of the soil dry out abit in-between mistings, the plant roots will get sufficient water as it wicks up from the bottom layers of the soil.

    For our local humid climate, its usually not necessary to cover the tank during DSM... but if your room has air-con or de-humidifier operating during the day or night, then you can try partially covering it to retain some humidity and moisture within the tank environment (but not too much), while still allowing some fresh air circulation.

    And lastly... you need lots of patience as you'll be staring at a tank with no water and no livestock for many weeks, have resist the urge to fill it up before the plants grow in.
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