Is it possible to make a 2.5 gallon tank into a planted tank?

Question

and i'm talking about a healthy planted tank..

also, can someone send me a guide on how to start a planted tank?

what are the best products, and who is the best online seller of aquatic plants?

thanks!

Answer 1

Yes, there's many 2.5 gallon planted tanks (there's some even smaller!). Here's some examples: http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm100...

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm100...

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm100...

I'll give you some VERY excellent links on how to start a planted tank: http://fish.mongabay.com/plant_care.htm

http://animal-world.com/encyclo/fresh/pl...

http://www.freshwateraquariumplants.com/...

http://www.catalogs.com/info/pets/aquari...

http://freshaquarium.about.com/od/plantc...

Btw, here's some excellent forums that wouldn't mind helping you out as well: http://www.fishlesscycling.com/forum/

http://www.plantedtank.net/forums/

E-mail me for any questions!

Answer 2

I have a 2.5 gal mini bow heavily planted with no fish.  (:  You need to get a small light bulb that will support plant growth.  Judge the wattage by what plants you want.  Do your research.  If you just want plants and don;t really care what type get a pack of aquatic bulbs.  They are easy to grow.  You will still need a filter.  I add in some fish food, in a piece of pantyhose in the filter which will break down and feed your plants to make up for having no fish.  Do a 25% water change weekly and they should do ok.  The link is to a good forum with a planted tank section.  It is a good place, lots of nice people, just read alot of threads.  If you get easy plants, which is what you'd need in such a small space, the light will be all you need.  Good luck.  (: