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  • Can I adjust pH naturally?

    Created by Breck on August 2, 2017 at 1:53 pm

    Is it ok to use Citric Acid as a natural PH down and Baking Soda (Sodium bicarbonate) as a natural PH up? Thanks.

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  • August 10, 2017 at 12:46 pm #249287

    Eric Vinje
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    Hi Breck –

    You bet you can use baking soda and citric acid (or vinegar) to adjust pH in your hydroponics reservoir. My only concern is that it might not stay adjusted for very long. Also, after doing a bit of research online, it’s apparent that these “natural remedies” may create nutrient uptake problems, which can wreak-havoc down the road. My suggestion: play it safe and purchase a commercial pH adjuster. They’re relatively inexpensive and for the most part, trouble free!

    Happy gardening!

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