Build for live plants

[phantom327]

I have built a couple false bottom types with water features. My WTF loves to sit under the waterfall. I just never incorporated live plants in the mix. I will try to just section a corner and put some screen over the eggcrate, then layer from there. Thanks.

[LilyPad]

Otherwise you could just put a potted plant in there (one that you've potted yourself with frog safe materials.) I've seen some cool square pots that would fit nicely into a corner, you could even put something in there that trails out a little bit. That way you do not have to bother with any egg crate or anything.

[DigitalPunk]

To do any plants above a False bottom style tank (please see http://www.frogforum.net/vivarium-te...ion-101-a.html for information on False Bottoms) you do it the same as you would a tank without live plants. Except you want to use a soil that will provide nutrients, Last long term, and not compact. The hobby standard is ABG mix which can be bought from several of the website sponsors. You want the soil to be around 2.5 - 3" deep. Then plant your plants in the soil. Make sure the water level below your false bottom does not touch the soil or you will end up with a nasty mess.

If you are not doing a water feature in your tank you can do the traditional Drainage layer (also found in the above mentioned thread).

Thanks!

Paul

[phantom327]

Thanks Paul I tried to follow your link but it says I don't have permission to access. ??