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Old February 11, 2018   #12
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Originally Posted by brooksville View Post
Rhines, I should have been more clear, we are not using naturally soft water. We have to add salt to the water softener. The soft water is the only variable that is different. I transplanted yesterday, so over the next few days I should be able to see a difference if it is the water.
I actually do use Epsom salt on occasion and it perks my plants up if they are wilty. I wouldn't think a little salt in the water would affect them too much. Look at other variables. Maybe even go with distilled water on your started plants if you think the tap is causing an issue. Of bigger concern to me than pH is the temperature of the water ... mine comes out of the tap at around 40-45F. With seedlings I let it sit to warm up before watering.

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Originally Posted by brooksville View Post
I had to learn the hard way, so please do not use soft water for your plants...
I guess I misinterpreted your statement somehow.
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