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Tenielle Jordison

Can you water plants with dishwater? Experts say there are a few things to be wary of before using it in your yard

Can you water plants with dishwater?.

Plant lovers like me are always on the hunt for new hacks to garden more sustainably and improve plant health. Well, the latest method to try involves the gray water you generate everyday.

Just like watering plants with bath water, dishwater forms part of gray water - domestic waste water. Using gray water in your yard or on your houseplants is a step towards a more eco-friendly garden. However, you might be concerned about what's lurking in the water and how it will affect the health of your soil and plants.

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