Water pH Question

[kupihea]

If I test 5 gallons of rain water in a clean plastic jug and then cap it will the level remain the same as I slowly use it?

Thanks very much in advance for any thoughts you can share.

 

[ficklejester]

Yes, it shouldnt change. But If you're adding nutrients, you need to test ph after adding them.

 

[DurbanP]

If I test 5 gallons of rain water in a clean plastic jug and then cap it will the level remain the same as I slowly use it?

Thanks very much in advance for any thoughts you can share.

How long will it take you to cycle through that water? I would pour it into smaller containers with no air space left at the top and put in the fridge. That will stop bacteria from growing in water---well slow it down anyways.

It shouldn't effect ph in a sealed container I'd be more worried about the water turning funky before you get to use it.

M 2cents

 

[Nullis]

It's best if you can chill it somehow, say you had a 3-season room or somewhere with a concrete floor. Nothing should really grow in it unless the temperature of the water ultimately makes it suitable for that.

The pH of rainwater is usually fairly good (5.6-6), unless you have acid rain. In soil pH of your water really isn't of great concern as it is for hydroponics.

 

[kupihea]

Thanks all. Thats great information I can use.