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Re: Anyone Else Love Amazon Swords?
Posted: Sun May 18, 2025 12:03 am
by medicado
larkside wrote: ↑Sat May 17, 2025 3:24 pm
Amazon Swords are my absolute favorite. They're so versatile and hardy. Anyone else have tips for keeping them thriving in a low-tech setup? Mine are in a 20-gallon with sand substrate and moderate lighting.
Sand can be tricky for root feeders. Are you using any root tabs or liquid ferts? They might need more nutrients to really thrive.
Re: Anyone Else Love Amazon Swords?
Posted: Sun May 18, 2025 1:01 am
by larkside
Thanks for the tips, everyone. I'll try adding root tabs and see how they respond. Appreciate the help!
Re: Anyone Else Love Amazon Swords?
Posted: Sun May 18, 2025 1:34 am
by tidal
No prob! Let us know how it goes. These plants are worth the effort.
Re: Anyone Else Love Amazon Swords?
Posted: Sun May 18, 2025 3:01 am
by flakes
Gonna try cutting the CO2 and see what happens. Fingers crossed.
Re: Anyone Else Love Amazon Swords?
Posted: Sun May 18, 2025 4:48 am
by knight
Consistency is key with these plants. Once you find what works, stick with it.
Re: Anyone Else Love Amazon Swords?
Posted: Sun May 18, 2025 6:42 am
by fuzzy11
Mine took a while to adjust but now they're solid. Patience pays off.
Re: Anyone Else Love Amazon Swords?
Posted: Sun May 18, 2025 7:33 am
by Coraldiver
Amazon Swords are such a staple. I can't imagine my tanks without them.
Re: Anyone Else Love Amazon Swords?
Posted: Sun May 18, 2025 7:49 am
by Rampage
flakes wrote: ↑Sun May 18, 2025 3:01 am
Gonna try cutting the CO2 and see what happens. Fingers crossed.
Good call. Sometimes less is more with these plants.
Re: Anyone Else Love Amazon Swords?
Posted: Sun May 18, 2025 8:51 am
by largo
Mine are in a 30-gallon with dirted substrate. They're monsters now, almost too big. Gonna have to trim soon.
Re: Anyone Else Love Amazon Swords?
Posted: Sun May 18, 2025 9:17 am
by seaquake
I've got one in a 10-gallon betta tank. It's kinda outgrown the space but the betta loves hiding in it.