Which Is Better for Plant Growth: Tap Water or Bottled?
Tap Water Tap water in metropolitan areas is filtered and has added chemicals that can harm many plants. Softened water may have too much salt and can kill a plant quickly. Even well water can contain minerals that could damage plants. Bottled Water Bottled spring water and distilled water do not affect the growth of a plant. Mineral water may contain salt and other minerals that could harm plants. There is also a risk of bacteria forming in an opened container of bottled water; the bacteria may be harmful to plants. Solution Use tap water that has been allowed to sit overnight to water your plants. Fluoride and other minerals dissipate or settle when the water sits. If you have a water softener, use distilled water for watering the plants. Keep the opened container in the refrigerator to keep bacteria from growing but bring the water to room temperature before you water any plants.
