It seems like most ripariums/paludariums have the planters *inside* the tank. Due to limited tank volume (25 gallon cube, 18" per side), I'd like to mount a planter *outside* (behind) the aquarium.
I'm having trouble researching if this is a good idea or not.
Here's a diagram of what I have in mind. A small volume of water would be diverted from the tank's existing canister filter into the trough, which would be filled with marbles or something similar in size. Water would exit at the other end of the trough into the tank via an overflow "ramp" leading into the tank.
Is it actually necessary to have flowing water...can I get the same results in stagnant water? How about dry soil - does that limit the species I can grow? My target is for a low-maintenance "just let it grow" setup.
Thanks for any input!
I'm having trouble researching if this is a good idea or not.
Here's a diagram of what I have in mind. A small volume of water would be diverted from the tank's existing canister filter into the trough, which would be filled with marbles or something similar in size. Water would exit at the other end of the trough into the tank via an overflow "ramp" leading into the tank.
Is it actually necessary to have flowing water...can I get the same results in stagnant water? How about dry soil - does that limit the species I can grow? My target is for a low-maintenance "just let it grow" setup.
Thanks for any input!
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