So I looked for the next best option and on paper it would appear to be Eco-Complete. I have to say not impressed. Plants won't stay rooted. I am constantly having to replant my (non-native) Swords, and ludwiga. Plants don't seem to be thriving yet but it has only been a week so I won't pass judgement yet.
Worms do not expose themselves in the eco-complete. I thought they were all eaten until I stirred up the eco-complete and they are pretty abundant. Just seem to hide more in it.
Pro's are pretty good though. My darters and sucker have exhibited colors I have never seen before. They are gorgeous. It is very natural looking. It gives a great contrast against the fish and rocks. It is not messy at all.
Will update when I can better judge how my plants are doing in it. The plants had to float for a week with no substrate and have some recovering to do.
Edited by lozgod, 27 January 2010 - 09:11 PM.