Penny I do similar, except I do a little smaller for now, I use 1 drop of dish detergent and 1 drop of mouthwash per qt. Mouthwash helps kill the bad bacteria. For feeding, in a non-nutrient potting soil, I add 1 drop of 100% 5-10-5 per 1/2 gal for veggies from 1st to the 4th true leaf, then I switch to a 5% solution every time I water. I use a $5 dial thermomter to adjust water temp to the room temp. when drawing water for plants. Byron