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So, I'm trying to get my pH more manageable. It is high and I would like to get lower. I have a magnolia tree in my backyard and I see some (even here on FL) have used magnolia leaves like almond leaves in their tank to benefit the fish and introduce some tannins. Per the suggestion to disinfect, I boiled the leaves for 2 mins. I saw a good amount of tennis released in that build but I tossed that water and added about 6 leaves so far into my tank. I see no noticeable drop in pH but I understand it will take some time for that to occur.
So.....what about if I try and speed it up a little.
1. Wash the leaves to remove dirt, anything attached.
2. Bake the leaves at 400F for a few min to kill off anything.
3. Boil the leaves for a couple min in some water
4. Let it cool and introduce the leaves and the tannin water
Good idea or horrible idea?
So.....what about if I try and speed it up a little.
1. Wash the leaves to remove dirt, anything attached.
2. Bake the leaves at 400F for a few min to kill off anything.
3. Boil the leaves for a couple min in some water
4. Let it cool and introduce the leaves and the tannin water
Good idea or horrible idea?