Watering Houseplants with Bottled Water: Fine but Costly

Simple question: Is bottled water okay for houseplants?

Answer

Yes, it's fine—just expensive. Gray water (laundry/dish water) is also okay for most plants in summer where zoning permits.

No harm, just high cost.

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