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submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by fossilesque@mander.xyz to c/houseplants@mander.xyz

Don't be afraid of the little reagent kits, they're easy to use and accurate and cheap! Think of them like little science kits. :)

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[-] Targox@lemmy.world 22 points 1 year ago

Euhm. Bought one like a week ago. It does seem to work as expected, what is wrong with these exactly?

[-] PhaseLocked@sh.itjust.works 20 points 1 year ago

The moisture sensor may provide a somewhat accurate reading (or at least within a decent margin or error). The pH meter on the other hand will require regular calibration and cleaning to maintain accuracy. Consumer level electronic pH meters are always a pain to keep their sensor from fouling.

[-] Semi-Hemi-Demigod@kbin.social 13 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Plus it's super fun to measure pH with the soil testing kits. They make me feel like a scientist

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