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9-Apr-2002
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bonsaiTALK Master
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meters???
Is it a good idea for a beginer to purchase meters?? I am talking about water, light, and fertilizer meters
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10-Apr-2002
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bonsaiTALK Journeyman
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Re: meters???
My experience is that they don't work very well. *The problem is that our soil mixes are way too course and don't give a good reading. *You can monitor soil moisture by inserting a chop stick into the soil. *When it is on the damp to dryish side (but not totally dry) its time to water. *Fertilizer needs are monitored by checking plant growth and color. *Good luck. Regards, Matsu
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7-May-2002
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Join Date: Feb-2002
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Re: meters???
I also think it has to do with the coarsness of the soil, because I find mine is pretty useless when I use it with my bonsai, it usually reads very dry, even after I water it.
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9-Jun-2002
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bonsaiTALK Bonsai Addict
 
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Re: meters???
I use a PH and Moisture meter, but only when i'm out of chop sticks *
 They work a lot better.
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