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Well water calcium question #879028

Asked July 27, 2024, 3:52 PM EDT

I live in Fort Collins and use a well to water my lawn. I was wondering if I need to add anything to the lawn to offset the calcium/lime that's in the well water.

Larimer County Colorado

Expert Response

Hi Jeff,

It might not be necessary - how does the lawn look? Do you have your water testing report so I can look at the amount of calcium in the water?
Alison O'Connor, PhD Replied July 30, 2024, 9:26 AM EDT

Thank you for your reply!

I haven't had the water tested at all and it just seems like a struggle to keep it green. That said, 100 degree weather may hinder a lush green lawn in our clay soil.

I can't wash the car with the well water because it will leave scale on the car.

But if that's not to much calcium, I'm ok with just knowing that.

Let me know, and thanks again,

Jeff

The Question Asker Replied July 30, 2024, 5:05 PM EDT
Hi Jeff,

I suspect that it's more likely related to cultural conditions (heat, irrigation timing, amount of irrigation, etc.) than your water. And I'm happy to help you troubleshoot. You can email me pics: <personal data hidden>

But you are correct, keeping anything green right now is really difficult. And if you have skips or gaps in irrigation coverage, they will be far more noticeable now than in cooler times of the season. If you do test your water, feel free to send me the report to look over if you have questions. Thanks!
Alison O'Connor, PhD Replied July 30, 2024, 5:33 PM EDT
Thank you Alison,

I just wasn't sure if i needed to add iron or something to counter the calcium.
Thanks for your help, you've been very helpful and speedy with a reply!

Regards,
Jeff


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Date 7/30/2024 3:33:08 PM
Subject Re: Well water calcium question (#0148946)

The Question Asker Replied July 30, 2024, 7:12 PM EDT

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