How pH Levels Affect Plant Growth When soil pH is neutral to slightly high (7.5), most vegetables and ornamental plants can grow fine, although it helps to know how to lower soil pH slightly for ...

Adjusting soil pH Once you test your soil for pH, you will know whether or not you need to adjust the pH level for the specific crop you will grow. Garden lime consists of finely ground limestone ...

Healthy plants are the most critical component of a thriving garden. And one of the best ways to keep them that way is to make sure your soil’s pH level suits their needs.

Blue hydrangeas thrive in soil with a pH range of 4.0-5.0, while artichokes prefer a pH range of 6.5-7.0. If your soil is too alkaline, you can add organic material such as a compost enriched with ...

Garden Life Lifestyle Pacific NW Magazine Boost your pH IQ, and then test — and amend — your soil Nov. 9, 2019 at 7:00 am ...

Soil pH levels need to be adjusted based on the specific limestone the grower plans to use. “The recommendation you get (from the lab) is often for pure lime or a 90% limestone,” Robertson says.