What is the best light to use for 10-gallon tall planted tank (stem plants)?

[5280FishKeeper]

I'm new to the fish-keeping hobby and got my first aquarium set-up, cycled, and it's going great. I recently added a couple of stem plants (Alternanthera Reineeckii and Lobelia Cardinalis). I'm adding a Dwarf Sagittaria and Jungle Vallisneria. I'm looking for the best light to use for a 10-gal tall tank. 

[Lizzie Block]

Rim? no rim? Fluval is usually my preference and would be great for a taller tank. They're very bright for your chosen plants and super easy to program. The Fluval 3.0 comes in a nano version too which is awesome. 🙂

https://www.aquariumcoop.com/collections/lights/products/fluval-plant-3-0-led-nano

[5280FishKeeper]

Rim with hood. 🙂

[StephenP2003]

Just some anecdotal experience, but I would consider raising the light up a few inches off the top to maximize light spread, particularly for stem plants so you can ensure the lower leaves get some light. 

EDIT: just noticed you said rim with hood, so my above advice may not be feasible. 

Edited December 15, 2020 by StephenP2003

[5280FishKeeper]

Thanks guys! I went with a Fluval! Fits great and the numerous settings are very cool!

[Streetwise]

You will love the Fluval!

[AtomCatMatt]

jungle val would be a little tall for a 10 gallon in my 55 it grows up to 4ft tall. maybe pogostemon stellotus octopus if you like those thin wispy leaves

 

[Streetwise]

You can enjoy growing plants in all sorts of tanks, but not everything will fit when fully grown. @AtomCatMatt is right about about Jungle Vallisneria, and you could say the same about Amazon Sword. I also avoid stem plants in most of my tanks, because I don't have time to trim and replant.