For growing plants, you should get plant specific bulbs 5000k-8000k aim around 6500k. Just make sure they are for freshwater and growing plants.
That tank once proper cycled, if not divided, could actually house some other fish as it has a nice footprint.
I may just have to get one, though it will have to wait as I wanna get a new light fixture and some other things.
Keep us updated on how you like it!