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Re: What Plants Work with Axolotls?
Posted: Thu Aug 07, 2025 2:35 pm
by onyzza
heartfelt wrote: ↑Thu Aug 07, 2025 1:20 pm
Thanks for all the suggestions! I think I'll start with Java Fern and Anubias, maybe add some Hornwort later. Appreciate the help.
No problem! Just remember to quarantine any new plants before adding them to the tank, you don't wanna introduce any pests or diseases.
Re: What Plants Work with Axolotls?
Posted: Thu Aug 07, 2025 2:41 pm
by ember
Good call on the quarantine. I learned that the hard way with some snails hitchhiking on a new plant. Took forever to get rid of them.
Re: What Plants Work with Axolotls?
Posted: Thu Aug 07, 2025 3:19 pm
by janesa
Snails are the worst. I've started dipping new plants in a weak bleach solution before adding them. Sounds harsh, but it works if you rinse them well after.
Re: What Plants Work with Axolotls?
Posted: Thu Aug 07, 2025 4:34 pm
by Zenix9
janesa wrote: ↑Thu Aug 07, 2025 3:19 pm
Snails are the worst. I've started dipping new plants in a weak bleach solution before adding them. Sounds harsh, but it works if you rinse them well after.
That's a solid method, just be careful with the concentration. Too strong and you'll melt the plants along with the snails.
Re: What Plants Work with Axolotls?
Posted: Thu Aug 07, 2025 6:06 pm
by silvers
Another option is to soak them in alum. It's gentler than bleach and still effective against most pests. Just takes a bit longer.
Re: What Plants Work with Axolotls?
Posted: Thu Aug 07, 2025 7:42 pm
by whetu
I've never tried alum, might give that a shot next time. Thanks for the tip!