I'm sorry I didn't see this until just now, Knitterly.
Unfortunately, it can take months for the nitrifying bacteria to fall from the sky. That's why we always encourage new cyclers to try to get seeded media. Of course, once you have some, you'll always have it.
The bacteria double every 24 hours. So once you get some in there, it shouldn't take more than a week or two to see nitrites.
High hardness and pH is good for a fast, stable cycle.
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