new to the world of discus

[fishkid14]

55 gallon discus setup
• 2-3 t5 ho lights
• 90 gallon marineland filter
• Organic mix potting soil
• Gravel( to cap off the dirt)
• 250w heater
• 55 gallon tank
• Possible co2 dossing

I would like to create a semi-heavily planted aquarium with a nice aquascape including wood and rock. In the tank I would like to have 6 Discus a school of about 10 cardinal tetra or rummy nose and 2 bristle nose plecos, if needed I can add another 70 gallon filter.
I would like to get some feedback on the way I want to set this tank up. I’m fairly experienced in the planted tank/community and have done saltwater and reefs. But have always wanted to do discus so any info I may need would be greatly appreciated.

[sdrexler078]

I would say being planted a 55 would be way over stocked. If you really want to go planted try discus with a bare bottom tank at first then move on to plants. 55 gals is fairly small especially if heavily planted

[fishkid14]

So if i did a hardscape without plants would 6 discus be to much?

[MrsIHguy]

I was always told 1 discus per 10 gallons of water, my 55 has 4 sub-adult discus and they are out growing their tank. I will need to move them soon.

[Second Hand Pat]

Hi fishkid and welcome to Simply. A 75 would be a better choice and you can add plants later once you get a handle on discus.