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  • Water Crystals – Your questions answered

    Posted on January 30th, 2010 Androus No comments

    Over the years i have been asked so many questions about water crystals such as what are water crystals? Are water crystal safe? so i have take sometime to answer some of the questions here. please read on.

    Feel free to post and comments and questions and i will be sure to respond to them.

    What are Water Crystals?

    Water crystals is a water absorbent polymer. You can use it in place of soil for your houseplants and in place of water for your cut flowers. Crystal Soil can also be used as a novelty/home decor product.

    What kind of water is best used with water crystals?

    Any water will do. water directly from the tap.Distilled water or boiled water The “more pure” the water, the larger the crystal will grow. Boil your water and add to crystals. The warm water will make your crystals form faster.

    How much water should I use with water crystals

    For 10 gram pearl crystals use 500ml of water
    For 10  gram cube crystals used 1 litre of water.
    How long do I let the crystals sit in the water?
    6 to 8 hours or over night

    Why do plants live in water crystals?

    All plants need to grow is water, air and nutrients. Water crystals provides the water and basic air & nutrients to plant so your plant will thrive!  For vigorous growth add fertilizer to water when hydrating the crystals.

    Do Water crystals prevent  mould and mildew?

    Water Crystals eliminates mould and mildew. Since the water remains in the crystals until plants need it! In this way,there is no chance for mould, mildew or even root rot to develop.

    What plants work best with water crystals?

    The most commonly grown house plants used are: Spider plants, Dumb Cane, Algerian Ivy, Cordatum, Heart Leaf Philodendron, Marble Queen, Gold Dust Ivy, Gold Dust Pothos, Peace Lily, Caladiums, Dragon Plants, Bromeliads, White Butterfly, Gold Dust Dracaena, Devil Ivy, Red Veined Prayer, Chinese Evergreen, Sander’s Dracaena, Arrow Head Vine, Nephythis, Peperonia, Ferns, Ti Plants and Palms. Plants such as cacti, succulents or orchids are not recommended.

    How can I clean my water crystals when they get cloudy?

    If your polymer crystals become discolored or cloudy, simply empty into a colander or strainer and thoroughly rinse with water then drain before re-using.

    Is Water crystals a water absorbent polymer?

    Polyacrylamide was developed in the 60’s to grow plants in the desert and has been refined to last longer and absorb water at higher rates. Scientifically it is a catalytically cracked natural gas and an acrylic solution.

    Can I place candles into water crystals?

    Water crystals work great with candles and floral arrangements.

    How do I dispose of unwanted water crystals?

    To dispose of unwanted water crystals, simply pour the crystals into flowerbeds, gardens or mix into soil. The crystals are great additive for potting and garden soils.Water Crystals is a non-toxic polymer substance that will not harm plants, grass or soil.

    How long do water crystals last?

    It can last up to 18 months more. Avoid direct sunlight.

    What should I do if water crystals shrink and reduce in vase after 2-3 months?

    Rehydrate the water crystals for 3/4 hours and they will return to previous size

    Is water crystals safe and bio-degradable?

    Water crystals is a polymer gel (cationic polyacrylamide) and is non-toxic, ecologically neutral; it breaks down after its useful working life to water, carbon dioxide (CO2) and nitrogen. Although non-toxic it should never be consumed or taken internally in either its dry form or its expanded forms. Children should be supervised.

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