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Tips for Making Your Soil More or Less Acidic

Soil is only as good as its pH level. If your soil is too acidic or too alkaline, it will prevent your garden and lawn from ...
Q: I have two raised beds and need to lower the pH of the soil in them. Can I use vinegar to change the pH? If so, how much do I need and should it be applied diluted with water? A: For folks new to ...
Soil pH is extremely important for growing healthy plants, yet this parameter is often overlooked. If the soil pH is out of range, plants will underperform, experience nutrient deficiencies and may be ...
This method gives a quick, approximate pH reading, making it ideal for home gardeners. Digital pH meters provide a more ...
Although non-native, blueberries can be grown in eastern Kansas for gardeners willing to work and plan ahead. A relative of azaleas and rhododendrons, blueberries require an acidic pH, between 4.8 and ...