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Anacharis

The Plantkeeping Classroom is for those who dream of creating Amano-like aquascapes but realize that there is much to learn first. If you are just getting started and have questions, post them here and we will do our best to help you become successful.
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Anacharis

Postby 25CATS (108) » Sat Jan 31, 2009 7:19 pm

I read that Anacharis or elodea will "melt" if you use flourish excel....is this true????
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Postby freshfish (9512) » Sat Jan 31, 2009 9:11 pm

I haven't experienced it myself, but heard similar reports. Vals are another plant that can melt with Excel.

I've also heard that if you start off slow, you can gradually "acclimate" the plants to where they won't melt even at the full recommended dosages.
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