Feeling aquarium defeat

[easton]

Have you added any new fish or decor recently? Sometimes a sudden change can throw everything off. Also, what's your water change routine? Consistency's key.

[hikers_22]

Eco-Complete's decent, but Swords are heavy feeders. You might need root tabs. Also, Java Fern doesn't like being buried—attach it to driftwood or rocks. And yeah, check that CO2, dude. It's a fine line between lush and melt.

Second the root tabs. Swords are hungry beasts. I use Osmocote+ in gel caps, works like a charm.

[masonyx]

Could be a nutrient imbalance. Have you tried a comprehensive fertilizer like Thrive? Sometimes macros and micros get out of whack, and plants just can't cope.

[masonyx]

Could be a nutrient imbalance. Have you tried a comprehensive fertilizer like Thrive? Sometimes macros and micros get out of whack, and plants just can't cope.

[lilynx]

I'm kinda new to this, but my tank improved when I stopped messing with it so much. Maybe just let it chill for a week? Plants can bounce back if you give 'em time.