Betta in a bowl! :(

[marisa]

My poor Betta lives in a bowl....not as small as the ones they sell them in but not nearly what I think he deserves. So I have decided to set up a tank for him and him alone.

I want to set up a 5 gallon. *L*

What filter can I get for a 5 gallon?? What do they cost?

I want all live plants. What plants would be best for such a small tank? I know I can only have one or two, but I would like the tank really filled in with plants eventually...really thick if you know what I mean. Not just a couple planed here and there. What would serve this purpose best?

Also one more question...the lids that 5 gallons have usually only allow for the short refridgator size bulbs as far as I know...will plants need a special light?

thanks for all the help! i am in no rush so I want to set it up right...

marisa