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How often should I clean my Betta's 3.5 gal (U.S.) tank?
My son was gifted with a beautiful scarlet betta for his 2nd birthday, and I know that these fish can live from 3-6 years if cared for properly. So I want to make sure that I'm doing it right. I found alot of info on websites, but not any about how often my tank should be cleaned. After we recieved the fish (in a totally unacceptable glass cube the size of my fist) I read up on them and bought him a new 3.5 gal tank w/ a heater, thermometer and filter. I used smooth natural pebbles for substrate and put in a few long, leafy silk plants. I bought the betta pellets and the bloodworms and I've been making sure that his tank is a comfortable 80 degrees Farenheit. So, do any of you know how often I should clean the tank? Any other suggestions are also welcome.
Once per week remove 25% of the water.
Fill a 1 gallon container and treat it with the proper amount of conditioner.
Have another container that holds a couple of gallons for taking out the water.
They sell very slim vacuum hoses that are perfect for a tank this size. You just syphon out the water while vacuuming the gravel. Fine gravel is better than coarse gravel because waste is less likely to sink in where it will collect and rot. I go with sand because everything uncollected by the filter just sits on top and I just suck it all out during the water change. Sand makes for the cleanest tanks. I used hermit crab sand for my betta in his 3 gal before I got the 10 gallon (in that I use home depot play sand).
If you do this each week the tank will remain clean and fresh and never need to be totally cleaned, which is really best avoided. If you're bored and feel like doing something for the fish in between - do a small water change. Despite some myths floating around, partial water changes only have positive impact on the tank and fish and you can't, within reason, do too many.
Don't feed the fish too much. about 3 pellets or or blood worms each day is enough to keep him healthy. If you go away for the long weekend, don't feed the fish at all - it's better for him then the alternatives.
My last betta lived to almost six years old (in a 15 gallon community tank) and this is how I do things
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Winterizing Your Greenhouse
Getting into a routine when considering how to winterize your greenhouse can make fall quite exciting. Instead of imagining that your outdoor gardening days are limited, begin to think that your indoor gardening days have just begun.
As with most new beginnings, a healthy cleaning is always a great start. Taking all plants out, particularly on a nice fall day, can allow a thorough cleaning of the greenhouse framing to take place. Areas and structures such as corners, shelving, floors and benches inside the glass can be disinfected. Wash all glazing panels, lightly, as to not eliminate the UV protection from the exterior. Residues and algae left by plants can infect their air source, so a little elbow grease can go a long way. A mild dishwashing soap and warm water can remove most grit, soils and stains. There are also several citrus and organic cleaners that will leave a pleasing new scent lingering while you work.
After all plants are removed from your greenhouse, it may be a great time to take on any construction upgrades or amendments you had in mind. You can also begin to catch sight of the spaces that are not currently being utilized. Get creative with new shelving, hooks, hangers and supply holds. You may be surprised with the joy personal touches can add to your green space.
An empty greenhouse is also a sufficient reminder to check the status of your heater. Cleaning of the fan blades and filter, as well as confirming the accuracy of your thermometer and electrical outlets can prevent more expensive maintenance in the future. In the case of owning your own digital thermometer, replacing your batteries twice a season can prevent a dying heater, without warning.
In an effort to conserve energy, placing foam tapes around doors and windows, as well as oiling ventilation systems can lower electric bills immensely. There are several new insulation systems out there. It may be of great knowledge to the gardener to check these options out, in preparing for this winter, or next.
What if a winter emergency occurs? It is always good to have a backup, battery-operated heater on standby. If this is not an option and electricity fails, placing large buckets of hot water amongst your greens can be of temporary assistance. Also draping newspaper or brown paper bags over all plants while using buckets, can postpone plant health until the problem is resolved. Some gardeners choose to prefabricate a checklist of what to do in the case of a winter emergency; preparing a storage container of all necessary items.
Before taking plants and flowers back into your greenhouse, remember to spray soil and plants with an organic insecticidal soap. Practicing prevention for critters inside your greenhouse may save time, later. Proceed to restore your space creatively and efficiently, and be sure to enjoy!
The process of winterizing your greenhouse doesn't have to be complicated and in truth, a little bit of time and effort may prove itself not only enjoyable but will help you conserve energy and protect your plants in the long run.
About the Author
About the Author: Pamela Ravenwood is a freelance writer, journalist, and writing coach who lives in the desert. In addition to spending her days writing, she also loves to tend to her organic garden where she grows as much of her own food as possible. In this, she counts on her cord reel to keep her hoses from drying out from the desert heat.
