Mine fluctuates between 7.8-8.4 with tds 700-850, I use an ro filter with food grade citric acid. I reclaim from the dehumidifier so it’s actually not that much water consumption. .02
lemon, squeeze a lemon.
Citric acid, most economical PH down and fine even with organic crops. I bring my hard water down to 6.5 with it for soil and 5.8 in coco. You need just a tiny bit per gallon-for a 5 gallon bucket, try 1/8 teaspoon and see where you're at.
You just inspired me on a whole other level..wow, very nice and clean. Ladies are spoiled beyond anything I've seen in a long time, love to see the final product.
It's my brother's old school and swears by itNuthin fancy for me.. this is pretty representative for my norm of late using CFL and Miracle Grow 'All Purpose' from start to end. Only other thing I have in my bag of tricks is a simple PH litmus test, alcohol and h20.
Miracle Grow? Get's the job done. Cost? I dunno.. I bought a box last year for 6 bucks, I have harvested about a lb and a half/2 lbs since and still have half a box.
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I'm not a 'fan'. It's cheap and works and I use it. Had of Jacks or another all purpose been on sale that day I would of bought that instead. Like I said, I am simple and only do this for myself anymore, I don't like to bother with extra stuff and my plants don't seem to mind as long as they are getting their NPK and trace.
I use Orca or Great white for mycorrhizae with some guano and molasses
