New tank , live rock

[EeyoreIsMySpiritAnimal]

So should be fine to throw it in there? Will the smell be bad though?

I can't tell you what the stuff in a bin in your garage smells like, lol. Take some out, give it a sniff, and decide for yourself. Is the rock still in water? If not, the nitrifying bacteria is likely gone, so add some Fritz Turbo Start to get the nitrification process started.

 

[Charles Zinn]

I’m not sure yet. Going to get them tomorrow. Let’s assume it does. Since it’s in a garage in Texas heat. Highs have mid 80s max.

If it doesn’t stink? Can I assume it’s safe to add into tank to cycle?

is it coming from another tank? how long has it been out of water?