Weekly maintenance recap:
- Performed the weekly water change and minor plant adjustments.
- Pre–water change nitrate levels tested just under 40 ppm. Completed the usual large maintenance drain with approximately 95% of the sump and ~80% of the display water removed.
- Completed light replanting of the tri-color lotus, repositioning growth for better spacing and continued development.
- No other major changes were made during this maintenance session.
- System remains stable following maintenance.