Viv Setup Idea

[06Honda]

I am planning on setting up a viv for one adult crested gecko and was tinkering with the idea of a false bottom and live plants. Hydroballs are an option but what about using a regular under ground filter for an aquarium. Leave one tube on the end on to remove any water as needed. Cover the UGF with aquarium gravel, (small stone type). Then add a substrate to the top of the gravel. The idea for the UGF is to allow a little room for oxygen for plant roots and any access water from the plants. Would this work for a false bottom.

[Mink]

depending on how much water this could be a good way to go