Can I put plants in the tank while I am cycling it?

[TikiLola]

Would it hurt them? I wanted to wait until it was cycled, but I can get a deal on the ones I want but only if I order them by tomorrow. Of course, if I kill them during cycling, it would be wasting the $ anyway.

[GoldenSpoiledRotten]

I wouldn't if you are using the pure ammonia method. Not really something I'd risk, but others might say otherwise. So wait for more responses.

[Daniel]

Ammonia itself is fine, it shouldn't reach levels in a tank capable of harming plants. Pure ammonia, however, will more than likely kill plants if poured directly onto them.

[TikiLola]

I don't plan on pouring it directly on them. Can it be mixed with water before I put it in the tank? Or, maybe pour it in a corner away from the plants?

[shakaho]

Plants are fine.

[dnalex]

I actually think it's a good idea to have plants in there, and not any particular reason for not doing it.

[yafashelli]

Many of us have cycled a tank with plants. It's perfectly fine!