One of the most important factors is the electrical conductivity (EC), a measure of soluble salts. Water with a low EC, _____________ mS/cm, will give the greatest number irrigation options and will help reduce future problems from the accumulation of high soluble salts in the root medium.

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One of the most important factors is the electrical conductivity (EC), a measure of soluble salts. Water with a low EC, _____________ mS/cm, will give the greatest number irrigation options and will help reduce future problems from the accumulation of high soluble salts in the root medium.