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| Cottongal |
Posted - Nov 08 2006 : 8:47:47 PM
We just switched to using well water for large garden, but water is hard in our area. I am nervous about damage to plants over time. Any ideas about possible non-toxic ways to combat mineral deposits in our soil? |
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| Mari-dahlia |
Posted - Nov 13 2006 : 3:23:23 PM
Hi,
My name is Marianne also. I lived in SanAntonio for 5 years. I don't think hard water has any effect on the plants. I would call your local cooperative extension, they are pretty active in Texas. |
| MullersLaneFarm |
Posted - Nov 13 2006 : 1:59:08 PM
I've used well water the majority of my life (almost 50 years). The only time I don't like using it is for washing dishes or clothes so we've put in a water softner for that.
I prefer using well water for everything else.
Cyndi
Muller's Lane Farm http://www.mullerslanefarm.com
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| lambgirl |
Posted - Nov 09 2006 : 4:21:52 PM
Hi Marianne,
We have well water with lots of floride and calcium and I haven't noticed any damage to plants. But I would be curious to know if anyone else has problems. We strictly use well water for our animals I know that is better for them then community water systems.
Good Luck
Heidi |
| Libbie |
Posted - Nov 08 2006 : 8:51:25 PM
Hi, there, Marianne - welcome to the 'Connection! Our water is hard as a rock, so to speak, here, too - and I've never even thought about the impact of mineral deposits!!! Good question! I'll bet the gals who frequent the "Garden Gate" might have some insight for us - you might want to post your question there. Also - check out the "Welcome Wagon" section and introduce yourself so we can give you a proper farmgirl welcome!!!
XOXO, Libbie
"Nothing is worth more than this day." - Goethe |
