"Elaine" expounded:


Yes Ann theoretically 7 is neutral. In this discussion however, if you will
read from the beginning, is in regards to the proper pH for the color of
hydrangeas. 7 is the proper pH for pink and is considered alkaline enough to
produce that color. See the link I provided on the subject.
http://www.flowersbulbs.com/manipulatecolor.cfm

What Stephen said. Not encouraging a misconception is all that's
being avoided here.
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