On 21 Jun 2005 15:03:34 -0700 in .com Alexander wrote:
Hy,

My main concern was calcium accumulation on leaves and substrate. Good
to point out the pH lowering effect of fertilizer. I am mainly looking
for a easy and not to expensive way to get orchid-loving water for a
smal (20 orchids) collection.
Think i'll experiment a little more before investing in a :"You should
use an ion exchange water softener. Forget the acid."

You could always use distilled water and for every $ spent on distilled
water, put the same amount in a fund for a still or a reverse osmosis system.

Remember that most fertilizers make distilled water quite acidic.


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Chris Dukes
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