Proponents of distilled water believe it contains fewer impurities and prevents mineral deposits on houseplant soil and roots.
We figured this could use a little fact-checking, so we went straight to a pro for answers.
Here, our floral expert offers some useful information to help settle the debate.
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Is Distilled Water Better for Houseplants?
“If you have a filtered water filter system, that’s probably the best system.”
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Distilled Water vs. Filtered Water for Houseplants
Filtered water is a better alternative to distilledwater for houseplants.
One easy way towater your plantswith filtered water is to use a water filter pitcher.
Which Plants May Benefit From Distilled Water?
Additionally, carnivorous plants, likeVenus fly traps, may be more sensitive to the minerals in tap water.
Lastly, Schaffitzel says not to overlook the power of rainwater.
“More than anything, rainwater is probably the best for plants,” he says.
“It’s wild what it can do.
Just look around outside next time it rains.”
Or, collect rainwater in a large bucket and transfer it to your indoor watering can.
