I wanted to share my experience because it might be the overshadowed reason for poor growth and algae problems.
I wanted to share my experience because it might be the overshadowed reason for poor growth and algae problems. Furthermore, I realized the importance to go with over-filtering the aquarium to achieve good flow to prevent dead spots that will lead to other problems. Over-filtering is most commonly associated with improved water quality / chemistry; however, in a planted tank, it brings another benefit of flow. If your filter is under-filtering or rated to the size of the aquarium, then add some power heads to bring up the GPH and get some flow going! In closure, I hope the information and experience I am sharing helps shed some light on how important flow is in a planted aquarium!