In Borjomi, besides everyone useful properties, there is one more thing - amazing. On amateur forums indoor plants, many flower growers advise watering their “pets” with Borjomi once a month.

We did a little research and this is what we found out (below are direct quotes from flower bloggers and proof links to source forums):

“I definitely water it with mineral water once a month, but with natural water, not the one on baking soda V plastic bottles. Otherwise, if you “water” it, you won’t know why the leaves fall off. As they say, expensive, but nice! So if you water, then only Borjomi. I just trust her."

Olga. Forum « Practical advice for flower care."

“Girls, I won’t speak for everyone, I’ll speak for myself. When I water Borjomi (I agree, it’s expensive), it becomes clear that the plant seems to be coming out of hibernation (I first release the gas from the water). But I don’t water all the flowers. Only ficus, dracaena, cyperus, asparagus, syngonium and some types of ivy. One day, some of the leaves of my ficus Benjamin fell off, and at that time Borjomi was at home. Well, I watered it - it turned out that the buds woke up and the flower somehow became more magnificent over time. I can’t say that it’s from the mineral water, but I water it this way just in case.”

We continue to study opinions. Writes dannidaks:

“A few posts ago, I wrote about my withering plant “crassula”... I tried everything... it’s wasting away... the other day I asked my son to water the flowers, he was too lazy to draw water and watered them mineral water“Borjomi”... The plant came to life. Now I’m thinking, why should I water it with Borjomi now?”

Forum "GARDENS AND VEGETABLE VEGETABLES" ( prooflink:

In the section on the question Is it possible to water flowers with mineral water? given by the author rapid-fire the best answer is It depends on the condition of the flowers. This is possible, but it is best to water the flowers with wall-mounted tap water and fertilizer. then it will be better for the flowers and for the owner (of course, if he loves them))
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Answer from 22 answers[guru]

Hello! Here is a selection of topics with answers to your question: Is it possible to water flowers with mineral water?

Answer from Alex[guru]
You can, but it’s better to drink it yourself!

Answer from Say goodbye to Christ[guru]
Yes, we conducted such an experiment. Aqua Mineral is best.

Answer from Fg[active]
No, there will be worms

Answer from Neurosis[newbie]
Yes, but without gas.

Answer from Oliya[guru]
I tried it once but ruined the flower. It is better to water with filtered water and flower fertilizers.

Answer from Anna Shapovalova[guru]
I don’t know how to use mineral water, but I understood what the question was! Irrigation water is softened different ways: by filtering (ion exchange removes lime, chlorine, etc.), boiling, settling. You can use rain (snow, river, lake after filtering) water for watering indoor flowers, provided that it is environmentally clean.
To soften hard water, add wood ash, based on 3g of ash per liter of water.
You can also add fresh peat to the water at the rate of 100g per 10 liters of water.
It is not always recommended to water plants with boiled water, devoid of air. However, if other options for softening the water are not available, then it is better to boil it.
If funds allow, we can advise filtering water for irrigation through household filters.
You can use special chemicals containing, for example, oxalic acid to soften water. However, to do this you need to know exactly the degree of hardness of your water and accurately calculate the dose.

Answer from Olga Alekseenko[guru]
It is possible, and even useful. You just need the gas to come out.

Answer from Grinch@[guru]
Some people prefer alkaline, while others prefer acidic...

Answer from Klava Ivanova[guru]
Recently, in magazines there has often been a recommendation to add the remains of mineral water without gas to irrigation water, but do not forget to correlate the requirements of the plants and the composition of the water; it is easier to use it for its intended purpose

Answer from Larisa Litvinova[guru]
And keep in mind that there are salts there; not all plants will like it.

Answer from Alyonka[guru]
Yes, sometimes it’s even useful (removes white coating on the potty). Carbonated is not allowed.

Mineral water contains quite a large number of salts various elements and minerals that a person needs to maintain health. So maybe they can also benefit plants, and the ordinary water used for irrigation should be replaced with mineral water?

Consequences of using mineral water

Almost everyone, without exception, knows that water for watering indoor plants must first be settled, and the softer it is, the better the flowers feel. Mineral water is called mineral because it contains a high content of salts of various minerals, that is, it is inherently hard.

A single watering with mineral water will most likely not make flowers worse, unless it is for such sensitive species as, for example, orchids. But if you use it constantly, the soil in the pot gradually begins to become salty, and a white coating appears on its edges and the surface of the soil.
The calcium carbonates contained in mineral water can even be fatal for some plants. For example, for widespread Anthuriums, water for irrigation needs to be boiled and then acidified. Azaleas and Camellias, as well as the entire Bromeliad family, have similar requirements for irrigation water.

But there are exceptions to this rule. For normal development Certain types of cacti require calcium. They need this element to form needles. They can occasionally be pampered with mineral water. But it should only be used well-settled and without carbon dioxide.

What is the best water to use for irrigation?

Most better water Melt or rain water is considered to be used for watering house plants. But often getting it in the city is very problematic. And therefore, tap water is mainly used. In principle, it is not so bad, but sometimes it has a rather high chlorine content. And in large doses it leads to plant poisoning. The situation can be corrected by settling or filtration.

Also, not mineral water, but drinking water, which is often sold in 5-liter bottles, is very suitable for watering indoor plants. It is intended primarily for direct consumption or cooking and therefore contains very few mineral salts.

But it is even better, according to experts, to use water intended for use in office coolers. It is truly soft, since its purification is carried out by osmosis or ion exchange resins.

Use water to water plants only good quality. The acid-base composition must be neutral. It is desirable that the water does not contain harmful impurities such as chlorine, fluorine, and heavy metal salts. For example, the pH of drinking water varies from 6 to 9. The acidity of water or pH for watering flowers should be from 5.8 to 6.2. You can measure the pH level using special device. Increased or decreased acidity of water can have a bad effect on the health of the flower and even lead to its death.

Low water hardness is another important indicator of its quality. Hardness is directly affected by calcium and magnesium salts contained in water. Do not use too hard water for irrigation. There are several ways to soften water. Firstly, it is advisable to let the water sit for 1-2 days before watering. Secondly, hard water should be boiled, then it will become softer. Thirdly, use melted water or rainwater. Fourthly, acidify the water with peat. In addition, you can acidify the water citric acid. Consumption: 4 grams per 10 liters of water. If funds allow, acidify the water with ascorbic acid. Fifthly, you can soften water using various chemicals. Sixth, use a water filter that contains ion exchange resins or osmotic membranes.

There is an opinion that flowers should be watered with mineral water. It's wrong. Mineral water contains carbon dioxide. But there is no more oxygen in it than in ordinary water. No need to buy mineral water, and regular drinking water in five-liter containers.

Some rules for watering flowers

If you don't know when to water your flowers, look at the surface of the soil. Dry soil indicates that the plant needs to be watered. Some plants grow well in dry soil. In this case, for watering, the soil must be dry not only on the surface, but also somewhat deeper.

Water your flowers early in the morning or evening. Water the plants more often in summer and less often in winter. Remember that each flower has an individual need for watering. For example, cyperus should grow in soil that is constantly waterlogged. Succulent plants, on the contrary, are practically not watered in winter.

Never water plants cold water, but only room temperature. Otherwise, the plants will get sick, their roots will rot, their buds will fall off, and so on. Use a watering can with a narrow spout for watering. With the help of such a spout it is convenient to get to the very roots of the flower. When watering, the water stream should be directed downward. The liquid should fill the entire distance between the edge of the pot and the soil level. After watering, water should seep into the pan. If this does not happen, repeat watering again. After 30 minutes, empty the water from the tray.

If you spray the plant, make sure it is not exposed to direct sunlight. Drops of water on the leaves are like small lenses. They will certainly cause a burn to the plant.