My garden is not growing as fast and full as it should

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You basically cannot cut your basil too early. So your cuts are good.
And yes, in some places distilled water does miracles.
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What type of water is best?

I was wondering which is really the best water I can use to water my plants? I’ve heard that aquarium water is good, rainwater is good, distilled water is good? Which is best?