Can I stop the recession on my Flower Pot?

[RussC]

I have a metallic green flower pot. I added it 11/8. I've noticed it seems to be receding in a few spots. Appearing in the area where the polyps no longer appear is what looks like a red algae. What is that? I realize these are not easy to keep. Just curious if there is something specific RC can suggest to help? Would a dip or anything help? Or is this just par for the course when it comes to trying to keep these?

 

[albano]

As you said...not easy to keep, par for the course...
Better chance with aquacultured, if you want to try again

 

[RussC]

Is this an indication of the beginning of the end?

 

[Pond Boy]

Is this an indication of the beginning of the end?

Unfortunately yes once it's started to decline they rarely come back.