thanks, that's a pretty helpful link.

The setup is actually a planted terrarium that will house a spotted python, I came here because I know frog keepers are all over the different methods and techniques of scaping a planted tank!

when I asked about a planted tank for a snake, I got a reply saying that I'll get a mould problem. Is this true, and how do I avoid it?

Everyone's so helpful on this forum!

thanks!