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Aquarist Forums => Freshwater General Discussions => Topic started by: angelcraze on June 30, 2017, 02:10:17 PM

Title: IALs in Ottawa?
Post by: angelcraze on June 30, 2017, 02:10:17 PM
I want to amazonia-up my 120g.  I had a few Indian Almond Leaves I used and my rams immediately started breeding,  I've seen many good results using them (but keeping it at a minimum not to alter my pH too much since it's only 2° kh)

Does anyone know where to get well-priced IALs in the Ottawa/Gatineau area?  

I found these on amazon, any other/better sources anyone know of?
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B06VVJKQJT/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1498846268&sr=8-6&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=indian+almond+leaves&dpPl=1&dpID=51do6E1swIL&ref=plSrch
Title: Re: IALs in Ottawa?
Post by: new_hobby on June 30, 2017, 02:24:30 PM
Check this site https://www.aquarium-depot.ca, they also price match
Title: Re: IALs in Ottawa?
Post by: angelcraze on June 30, 2017, 02:31:49 PM
Ok cool tx for the quick response :)

I found this at the site you posted:
https://www.aquarium-depot.ca/en/quick-order

Free shipping puts me at 40$ for 100 smaller leaves, about double the price, Idk if they would price match Amazon.ca, but idk if I can trust Amazon either.

Anyone use Amazon for aquarium stuff?
Title: Re: IALs in Ottawa?
Post by: new_hobby on June 30, 2017, 03:28:59 PM
Free shipping only applies for 99$-169$ order
You could send them a message to ask if they match amazon.ca?
Title: Re: IALs in Ottawa?
Post by: angelcraze on June 30, 2017, 04:05:25 PM
Oh ok, didn't see that about shipping tx :)

Have you purchased from aquarium-depot before?
Title: Re: IALs in Ottawa?
Post by: new_hobby on June 30, 2017, 04:10:54 PM
Not yet. See this thread http://ovas.ca/forum/index.php?topic=60565.0
Title: Re: IALs in Ottawa?
Post by: missavgp on July 02, 2017, 02:16:51 PM
check out Bettawan on Aquabid. 100 large leaves for $22.50 US and free shipping. I have not used that particular individual, but have ordered from Amylim in the past (she no longer sells unfortunately). If Bettawan ships like she did though they should arrive in about 2 weeks and be in good condition. when I run out I will be ordering from them.
Title: Re: IALs in Ottawa?
Post by: angelcraze on July 04, 2017, 01:07:11 PM
Ty missavgp, that is very helpful,  I didn't even think of aquabid for IALs.  I went ahead and got the leaves from Amazon (roughly the same price), it's marked shipped already so hopefully it's legit.  Delivery isn't scheduled until July 25-Aug 7, so I'll let you know if I receive them. 

Someone should look into selling IALs and other aquarium botanical in Ottawa!  Or is this something not as popular here?
Title: Re: IALs in Ottawa?
Post by: tanksalot360 on July 04, 2017, 11:06:41 PM
They commonly show up for sale at our club auctions.
I can always part with a few here and there. I have a few oak leaves and small alder cones kicking around if you're interested in trying those as well.
Title: Re: IALs in Ottawa?
Post by: sippingtowel on July 04, 2017, 11:14:43 PM
I believe that someone is also selling them in the unclassified/classified at a price of $2 a leaf.
Title: Re: IALs in Ottawa?
Post by: angelcraze on July 05, 2017, 05:52:07 PM
Ahh ok tx!  I admit, I didn't look too hard yet, I figured someone here would know :)

Tanksalot360, I would absolutely be interested in some alder cones!  I heard they last longer and can be left in the tank to disintegrate (even though I let my IALs rot anyway haha)

I figured I missed the auction this year, is the auction more than anually?  I'm interested tx :)
Title: Re: IALs in Ottawa?
Post by: angelcraze on July 10, 2017, 01:55:43 PM
Quote from: angelcraze on July 04, 2017, 01:07:11 PM
Delivery isn't scheduled until July 25-Aug 7, so I'll let you know if I receive them.  

I received them already!   I'm super impressed, nicely packaged and info for ordering more botanical type stuff, although written in German.  Definetely worth the price and legit :)
Title: Re: IALs in Ottawa?
Post by: angelcraze on July 10, 2017, 01:59:04 PM
I'm trying to upload pics of what I received, but my pics are too large for this forum and I don't want to upload another app :(
Title: Re: IALs in Ottawa?
Post by: angelcraze on July 10, 2017, 02:24:32 PM
Oh well, they were delivered in about a week, packaged in 3 bunches wrapped in plastic, and placed nicely in an appropriately sized box.  Even came with a trial size pack of cat food????  Lol
Title: Re: IALs in Ottawa?
Post by: Gilbotron on July 10, 2017, 03:18:56 PM
You'll have to let us know how the Rams like the cat food.  Maybe its more effective than live food or Barry White for getting them in the mood?!
Title: Re: IALs in Ottawa?
Post by: apistofrank on July 12, 2017, 10:47:51 AM
I have some and just sent you a PM