Mark wrote:

What type of substrate? the red flourite or the new black stuff I saw
at the l.f.s.? The lights are 4 65 watt cf's. ehiem 2015 cannister
filter. typical glass heater. no co2 plans yet. do I need the co2, and
if yes what is the best system? Any other info will be appreciated.

Mark,

That is a lot of light. Perhaps too much to start with. Many of the most
experienced people here would say that is too much period. You will need
pressurized CO2 and lots of nutrients, see anything written by Tom Barr
for more information. Start he

http://www.aquatic-plants.org/fert/e...st_index1.html