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Salt Tolerance Experiment Design for Impatiens

For a salt-stress experiment on impatiens, use a high concentration of 1 tablespoon salt per cup of water and a low of ½ teaspoon per quart. Create intermediate steps based on your number of pots. Apply via irrigation water and monitor symptom progression.

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