Enough Lighting?

rednkhuntertd · #1 (**permalink**) 04-05-2007, 09:17 AM

I recently purchased some live moss and it doesn't seem to be growing or greening up (lush). Not to sure about the species sorry... I just bought a 20,000k CORALIFE fluorescent bulb since to old bulb didn’t seem to cut it. My friend uses this bulb for his dart from tank and now I want to use it for my Red-Eye Tank. Just wanted anyone’s opinions about what to use, or if what I have will be enough. Thanks.

Tindomul1of9 · #2 (**permalink**) 04-05-2007, 07:33 PM

I think you will be fine. Make sure you keep it humid/wet. Otherwise you might kill it. The key to moss is light(doesn't actually have to be alot of it), and humidity. I suppose every species has its own preferences for each. Its really up to you to experiment. Remember, most moss grows away from direct sunlight.

Dreamscape · #3 (**permalink**) 05-29-2007, 07:28 PM

I've got the same type of problem if you get something to work letme know. Im running a power compact though and Im shure it's bright enough actually I've heard that moss does well in shadier spots. Leet me know on your success. I've heard that moss doesn't like to be photographed as well