🔥 How To Amend Soil

Using baking soda to amend soil can be beneficial for adjusting soil pH and addressing certain soil problems. Here's how you can use it:

1. Testing Soil pH:

   • Before amending the soil, test its pH to determine if it's too acidic. Ideal soil pH for most plants is between 6.0 and 7.5.

2. Application:

   • If the soil is too acidic, you can use baking soda to help neutralize it.

   • Dissolve 1 tablespoon of baking soda in 1 gallon of water. This solution can be used to water the soil around your plants.

   • For larger areas, you may need to scale up the quantity proportionally.

3. Applying Directly:

   • For small spots of acidic soil or areas with fungal growth, sprinkle baking soda lightly on the soil surface.

   • Water the area thoroughly after applying to help the baking soda penetrate the soil.

4. Frequency:

   • Reapply every couple of months, or as needed, based on periodic pH tests.

5. Monitoring:

   • Continue to monitor the soil pH and the health of your plants to avoid making the soil too alkaline. Adjust the amount and frequency of baking soda application as necessary.

Tips:

• Baking soda is more of a temporary fix and should be used cautiously to avoid overly alkaline soil.

• For significant soil pH adjustment, consider using agricultural lime or other soil amendments designed for pH modification.

• Always water plants thoroughly after applying baking soda to prevent leaf burn.

By following these steps, you can use baking soda effectively to amend your soil.