What type of silicone are you using? The GE I or II works best for me. Avoid the bathroom caulk type, as it contains mold inhibitors that may affect your plants. I usually do all of the siliconing before planting, but fume damage shouldn't be permanent with most plants. Just be sure it "cures" for at least 72 hours or more before adding animals. Some people use silicone to attach bromeliads, but I find that it damages the surface of the plant where it is attached. Clay pots should be fine, but may not be necessary, depending upon the kind of plants you are adding to the background. What type of tree bark are you using? Cork bark and Fern tree panels work best, as does pressed cocoanut fiber. Most other kinds of bark will rot away rather quickly, and anything from conifers, especially pine that contain terpentines may be toxic to your frogs, as well as rotting in a relatively short time.



The photo is part of a cork bark water fall.



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Patty

Pahsimeroi, Idaho



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5 D. galactonotus pumpkin orange splash back

5 D. imitator

6 D. leucomelas

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