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Honestly I have never fed my soft corals. I would think that goo lighting and great water quality would be the key to fast growth.
Honestly I have never fed my soft corals. I would think that goo lighting and great water quality would be the key to fast growth.
For those not feeding the softies, what do you think are the most important elements to add to the tank?
I don't know if it's true or not, but the kid at one of my lfs said high calcium levels will stunt their growth?
what additives are good to add to your water? any suggestions?
"High" calcium levels will stunt any coral growth because the water chemistry is out of whack. Higher end calcium in the acceptable range does not inhibit soft coral growth.
Calcium, alkalinity, magnesium but ONLY when needed. Testing often and replenishing those elements will support coral growth. Soft corals are large element consumers so with water changes you may not ever need to dose anything to your tank. All 3 are plentiful in most salt mixes.
So Ritter, how can I lower the calcium level in my tank? I tested it yesterday and it was 540. I never add calcium. My mag was at 1400. I just did a water change 4 days ago and I do one biweekly.