How Do You Apply Lime For Fall Lawn Care Preparation?
Over time, fertilizer, excessive rainfall and composting plant material can make soil acidic. When soil becomes too acidic conditions are created that are not favorable for plant growth. Adding lime adjusts the level of acidity in the soil so your lawn can thrive. However, too much lime added to the soil can create problems with too much alkalinity and damage the long term health of the soil and kill your grass. A professional soil test is required to find out how much lime is needed for optimal soil and plant health. Contact your local county extension office for information about soil testing. Look at soil test results to find out how much lime should be applied to your lawn. It is usually prescribed as the amount needed per 1000 square feet. You will need to measure the length of your lawn and multiply it by the width of the lawn in feet to get the total square feet. For example, if you lawn is 50 feet by 100 feet then 50 x 100 is 5000 square feet or the total square feet of the law
