how to Spot nutrient deficiencies

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goldfishy
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Thanks for the advice, everyone. I'll test my water and start with iron and potassium. Appreciate the help!
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Sivaso
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No prob, fam. Let us know how it goes. Plants can be tricky, but you'll get the hang of it.
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Bronx97
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Yeah, keep us posted. If it's nitrogen, you'll see improvement fast once you start dosing.
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jensen8 wrote: Thu May 08, 2025 4:56 am Test your water parameters first. Without knowing your nitrate, phosphate, and potassium levels, it's hard to say. Get a good test kit before you start dumping stuff in.
Solid advice. Testing is key. I use the API master kit, and it's been reliable.
Hopeful
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I'm learning so much from this thread. Thanks, everyone!
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