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anna

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Was just wondering what is the maximum thickness that the sand should be when you have live plants in the tank? I read somewhere that the root systems of live plants help prevent those bad air pockets so was curious if the max thickness can be upped or not?
 
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alex

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yea its true that root systems help prevent air pockets. i would have it about 4-6 cms thick. it will take at least 5 plants scattered throughout the tank to prevent air pockets in a 3 ft. how big is your tank?.
 
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joan

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You can take large rocks and put them over plant roots; this will help keep them anchored.
 
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anna

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Am getting a 3ft soon. Atm I am keeping my axies in a plastic underbed storage container as my 2ft has some major problems and I cant keep conditions stable enough. Stupid tank!
 
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