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Clearing algae
lynn de la plants
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i try to be an organic gardener and collect rainwater in water butts. Im worried that algae and moss spores are contaminating the water as there tends to be both of these growing on compost and around plants. If i use barley straw to clear the algae will the water be safe to use on plants?
Last edited: 18 October 2017 20:46:29
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Yes the water will be fine.
However remember that moss and algae form where there is lack of light, dampness and poor drainage. Correct the conditions and you'll have less of a problem with moss and algae around your plants.
Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.
Thank you Dovefromabove x
And make sure the water butts are completely covered.
Thank you Welchonion