Procedures for making soft, acidic water.

[ButtNekkid]

How long does the water have to be in that pail for it to stablize the ph at a lower value than tap ? Also what type of leaves ?

Hi,

I have no idea because I don´t measure ph. My tap ph is between 8-8,5. I got the values from water supplier.

Leaves are mainly Catappa from Ebay: https://www.ebay.com/usr/amy-lim?_trksid=p2047675.l2559
I usually add more leaves when I start to see the bottom clearly. I also add leaves straight to tanks.
I´d like to get my hands on some Magnolia leaves, but these are quite expensive in my country.