DIY - Breeding Cones for Discus, Angels or others

[kewx]

In a discussion about where to find discus breeding cones, someone mentioned a DIY idea. It sounded like a good idea, so I built one for under $10. A little Dremel tool work, silicone to secure the flower pots and a rim for a lip and it looks pretty good. It's not as beautiful as the glazed ones but I guest it will work. My discus are still a little young but I hope to give it a try this spring or summer. I'll try to add some pictures. Ken

 

[kewx]

 

[msjinkzd]

hmm, the pics are not working for me

 

[cabinetmkr39]

no pictures

 

[DiscusnAfricans]

I can't see the pictures either which is a shame because I think it would be a very practical project.

 

[kewx]

 

[kewx]

I still couldn't get the pics added here but I did add them in an album under my name KEWX. Please check the album and I guess I need instructions on adding pics to the posts. Help!

 

[kewx]

 

[minifoot77]

so what sizes are all those pots?

 

[twisted fisher]

dude that rocks

 

[Jumbie]

That’s cool thanks for sharing.

 

[mrkillie]

I never knew why people just didn't invert a few flower pots to begin with. I've done that with angels before quite successfully.

 

[chris_todd]

so what sizes are all those pots?

They look like 2", 3", 4", 5", and 6". All standard sizes that should be available at big-box hardware stores.

I have used 3" terra cotta "orchid pots" as apisto caves; the orchid pots have drainage holes which are just right for most apistos.