Discussion I've noticed that everyone dosing EI say they dose macros and micros on alternating days. Is there any reason in doing this? I have nilocg's micro and separate macro liquid ferts that I use. Their instructions also suggest alternating days for macros and micros. Why do this? Does that...

Hello, I just set up a planted 60 gallon tank and I have a few question regarding fertilizing NPK's. My Tank: 60 Gallon 48W x 13D x 24H Flourite 2.5" brown substrate 160 GPH Marineland canister filter with spraybar(Low Surface Agitation) 5lb CO2 system with about 3 bps dissolve rate 1 - 48"...

A week ago I did a major pruning to remove all leaves with hair algae. This ended up removing about 50% of my non-root plant mass. Will that much of a reduction in total plant mass mean a reduction in plant nutrient consumption and that I should reduce fertilization for a while? Or will the...