How to make the tiger lily reddish?

**octopus** · 12th Jun 2011, 00:31

The tiger lily in my tank grows very fast but unfortunately not the desired color. It starts off red but turns green along the way.
Do you think there is something lacking in my tank condition to sustain the reddish effect. I am running on a low tech, no co2, no chiller. So is it still possible to have a reddish tiger lily?

**volka** · 12th Jun 2011, 00:40

Did u add in liquid or powder iron? u've high lighting for your set up? Usually they need this few item. Correct me if i'm wrong.

**Stormz** · 12th Jun 2011, 00:45

Originally Posted by volka

Did u add in liquid or powder iron? u've high lighting for your set up? Usually they need this few item. Correct me if i'm wrong.

I second bro volka's view. But would be best if you could put in the iron tablet near the base.

**barmby** · 12th Jun 2011, 23:28

CO2 might be the reason. CO2 will enhance its ability to take in iron and high illumination. Better photosynthesis, better plants. Tiger lily without CO2 would mean that the plant is hanging there just to live instead of prosper. (IME)

**redfever** · 13th Jun 2011, 00:43

i have quite a few tiger lilies in my tank, and they are of a nice red colour. I am dosing Seachem Iron, twice a week. Seachem NPK twice a week. Seachem Flourish and Excel, thrice a week.

**octopus** · 13th Jun 2011, 23:07

Originally Posted by redfever

i have quite a few tiger lilies in my tank, and they are of a nice red colour. I am dosing Seachem Iron, twice a week. Seachem NPK twice a week. Seachem Flourish and Excel, thrice a week.

Thats a very high maintenance regime. Probably have to be contented with a green. Thanks for the sharing.