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seabuzz wrote: ↑Mon Jun 23, 2025 11:56 pm How about lighting? I've got a basic LED but not sure if it's enough for plants.

Most basic LEDs work for low-light plants like anubias or java fern. If you're going for high-light plants, you might need an upgrade, but for a betta tank, low-light is usually fine.

For a 5-gallon, I'd recommend a fine sand or smooth gravel substrate to protect their delicate fins. A sponge filter is ideal since it's gentle and provides good biofiltration. Water changes should be 20-30% weekly, but test params to be sure.