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Substrate for Seagrass
Ok, so I did some research on Eco Complete. It's basically a lava-based sand/gravel of varied sizes. It's also basically inert, so doesn't directly contribute any nutrients. But it does have a high CEC, or cation exchange capacity, which (I think) means it can absorb/store nutrients that are added and release them as needed. Which I'm guessing (hoping) is a good thing.
So, overall, I'd say that Eco Complete is not as good a substrate as I'd hoped, but not a bad choice as a percentage of my substrate makeup. What I think helps favor MY Eco Complete, is the 5 or 6 years of accumulated mulm I've got in there. Yay pooh and stuff!
I'd welcome anyone else's thoughts, experiences, insights.
I really want to get this right, because I think getting the seagrass established is going to be one of the biggest challenges of this tank.
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As many naturalists and environmentalists have suggested, we should set aside our arrogance,
our desire to conquer and control everything, and walk hand in hand with Mother Nature. -Walter Adey
Current Tank Info: 180g Seagrass Sandbar Lagoon, START DATE November 28, 2018
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